Therapy Aide

Rush University Medical Center; Louisiana; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Orientation program

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture with Select Medical, seeks a Therapy Aide in New Orleans, LA. This per diem role supports therapists with patient care, transfers, positioning, and equipment setup in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma and BLS certification or completion within 90 days. Prior hospital therapy aide experience is preferred. Per diem staff are eligible for benefits after meeting program rules.

Qualifications

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

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 with donning/doffing appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and assists with standing with orthotic/prosthetic devices.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists with equipment setup and patient positioning for therapy sessions.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital Joint venture/Partnership/Affiliation with Select Medical Position: Therapy Aide Location: New Orleans, LA Schedule: Per Diem

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 with 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

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans