Therapy Aide

Kessler Institute For Rehabilitation, Inc.; Saddle Brook (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with match

Large team of 44,000+ employees

Job summary

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in Saddle Brook, NJ is seeking a Therapy Aide - Inpatient Rehab to support patients under a therapist's supervision. You will help with activities, prepare equipment, and assist with transfers to aid recovery and independence.

The role is full-time with a Monday–Friday schedule, alternating weekends and some holidays. Compensation ranges from $19.50 to $27.35 per hour, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) required prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a therapist, assist patients in rehabilitation through requested activities.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and the treatment area for daily activities.
• Assist with patient transfers, positioning and positioning aids as directed.

Skills

Patient care assistance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic maintenance tools

Job description

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation Position: Therapy Aide - Inpatient Rehab Location: Saddle Brook, NJ Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday with an alternating weekend, plus some holidays 8:00am - 4:30PM Compensation: $ 19.50 - $27.35 per hour(Based on Experience) 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. We Support Your Career Growth And Personal Well-being

• Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Under the direction of a therapist, assists patients in the rehabilitation process through provision of requested activities. Prepares and maintains equipment and physical plant for daily activities.

• 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 Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Certified Basic Life Support with the American Heart Association is required prior to start.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of hospital experience as therapy aide preferred
• Six months of general maintenance experience and use of hand/power tools preferred