Therapy Aide

Select Medical; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Generous PTO and Paid Sick Time

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans

401(k) matching

Life and disability protection

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a full-time Therapy Aide to assist therapists with patient care. The role includes lifting and transporting patients, setting up equipment, and preparing patients for therapy sessions. A high school diploma is required, along with BLS certification to be obtained within 90 days. The company offers a supportive environment for career growth and has a commitment to patient well-being, alongside various benefits including medical coverage and a generous PTO policy.

Qualifications

• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist.
• Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment tables, wheelchairs.
• Assists patients with transfer activities.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares for standing.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with patient related treatment activities.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Position: Therapy Aide

Location: Select Medical Rehabilitation - Madison

Schedule: Fulltime

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.

At our company, we support your career growth and personal well-being.

Benefits

• Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO and Paid Sick Time for full-time team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, employee assistance program (EAP), and dental plan offerings for full-time team members
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full-time team members
• 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

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