Therapy Aide

Banner Rehabilitation Hospital; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Rehabilitation Hospital in Mesa is seeking a Therapy Aide for per diem coverage. The role supports therapists in inpatient rehabilitation, performing patient-related tasks, assisting with transfers, positioning, and handling equipment to facilitate therapy sessions.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and BLS certification (or completion within 90 days). Prior hospital therapy aide experience is preferred; the position offers orientation and advancement potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified BLS or completion within 90 days of employment is 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 in donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with orthotic devices.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists with patient related activities including equipment setup and patient positioning.

Skills

Patient handling

Assistive transfers

Therapy aide duties

BLS

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hospital Name: Banner Rehabilitation Hospital

Partnership with: Select Medical

Position: Therapy Aide

Location: Mesa

Schedule: Per Diem

Compensation: $22.00 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
• 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

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