Therapy Aide

Rush University Medical Center; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Medical Rehabilitation Hospital at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Therapy Aide to assist therapists in patient care on an inpatient rehabilitation unit. Per Diem/PRN schedule with $20.00 per hour compensation.

You will help with transfers, positioning, equipment setup, and transportation for therapy sessions, while ensuring safety and comfort. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and BLS certification; hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification or completion within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist.
• Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs and other equipment.
• Assists patients with transfer activities to all surfaces.
• Assists patients in donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with appropriate orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities as appropriate and providing equipment.
• Assist with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice

Skills

BLS certification

Hospital experience

Education

High school diploma

BLS within 90 days

Job description

Overview

Hospital Name: Select Medical Rehabilitation Hospital at Lutheran HospitalJoint venture/Partnership/Affiliation with Select MedicalPosition: Therapy AideLocation: Fort Wayne, INSchedule: Per Diem/PRNCompensation: $20.00 per hour

Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

• Performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist
• Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs and other equipment appropriate to the facility/department.
• Assists patients with transfer activities to all surfaces.
• Assists patients in donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with appropriate orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities as appropriate and providing equipment.
• Assist with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of hospital experience as a therapy aide preferred

*Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process and are to be completed before an employee's first day of work.*

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans