Therapy Aide

Steele Memorial Medical Center; Salmon (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life & dis

457 retirement plan

Wellness program

Student loan repayment options

Paid time off

Job summary

Steele Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Therapy Aide to support therapists and rehabilitation staff in a rural Idaho clinic. You will assist with patient management, prep treatment areas, and help coordinate activities for swing bed patients.

The role includes clerical tasks, communicating with patients and families, and helping with community wellness activities under therapist direction. A strong team approach and compassionate bedside manner are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Associates degree, CNA certificate, or fitness certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists under supervision with patient management and non-skilled activities.
• Maintain neat gym and treatment areas; disinfect and prepare equipment.
• Handle basic office duties: phones, scheduling, intake paperwork, and insurance authorizations.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Medical terminology familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

CNA certificate preferred

Fitness certification preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Job Category Rehab, Physical Therapy, Therapy Aide
• Industry Health Care, Therapy, Hospital
• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt

Contact information

• Name Lincoln Bevers
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Located in the heart of Idaho’s picturesque countryside, Steele Memorial Rural Health Clinic, is a small, community centered rural hospital dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality care to our patients. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive collaborative work environment that values every team member. If you’re seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real impact in a tight-knit community, we’d love to have you join our team!

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The staff Therapy Aide works under the supervision of the staff therapists, Rehabilitation Coordinator, and Rehabilitation Services Director. The Therapy Aide is responsible for assisting the therapists in any activity or supervised exercises, as well as assisting the Rehabilitation Coordinator in tasks as needed. Tasks include but are not limited to performing clerical duties, such as answering the phone or checking-in patients when prompted. The Therapy Aide cleans and prepares treatment equipment and rooms, and assisting patients with limited mobility to reach treatment areas. Under therapist direction, the Therapy Aide will be responsible instructing the Able & Stable community wellness class (most Mondays through Thursdays). The Therapy Aide will work closely with and assist in coordinating activities from swing bed patients with nursing staff, therapy staff, and volunteers.

A staff Therapy Aide usually will work a schedule that allows for a three-day weekend every other week. The standard schedule is Monday-Friday 0745-1630 with the following week being Monday-Thursday 0745-1745. Lunch breaks are typically an hour and unpaid. The Rehabilitation Services office normally will be closed on weekends and SMMC holidays.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists the therapists with patient management tasks under direct supervision of the therapist. Tasks are limited to non-skilled activities as assigned by therapist that do not involve clinical decision-making. Work in the therapy department with PT, OT and SLP staff to coordinate patient care and, when appropriate, supervise exercise (as an adjunct to skilled therapy).
• Maintains department supply of linens and therapy supplies. Maintains neat, clean gym and treatment areas, including disinfecting tables and equipment according to department policy. Monitors and reports equipment for proper functioning. Monitors and records temperature of hydrocollator and freezer. Cleans hydrocollator and hot packs according to department policy.
• Assists with office duties as requested by Rehabilitation Coordinator and provides coverage as needed. These duties may include but are not limited to: answering phones; scheduling and registering patients, completing intake paperwork including appropriate forms with patient identification number, name and physician name; calling insurance companies to obtain authorization and benefits for Rehabilitation Services; filing daily notes, letters, orders, etc.; and performing chart reviews for proper documentation and paperwork.
• Responsible for instructing the Able & Stable community wellness class (most Mondays through Thursdays), providing continued development and implementation under the direction of a therapist. Assist in other SMMC community wellness activities that are yet to be developed.
• Attends in-service and staff meetings as directed.
• Assist the Activities Coordinator, therapy staff, nursing staff, and volunteers providing activities for swing bed patients. Observe, document, and report pertinent changes in patients’ physical and mental condition, behavior, and appearance to nursing and therapy staff.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must complete orientation and training as provided by the hospital and Rehabilitation Services staff. Knowledge of medical terminology, Associates’ degree, fitness certification, or CNA certificate is preferred but not required.

Language Skills:

Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing. Effective verbal communication skills & telephone etiquette are required. Effective written communication skills required. Must be able to understand and effectively follow written and/or verbal instructions. Must be able to compose all correspondence in a cohesive, professional manner. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Skills must include basic math and the ability to apply concepts of algebra, geometry, and physics.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to approach problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to processes information quickly and accurately. Ability to perform several tasks in an organized manner.

Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge along with ability to use search engines, Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to look at a busy computer screen and find the required information. Ability to use written instructions (or flowsheets) for EMR and follow-through with minimal guidance.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must maintain a current AHA BLS CPR certification within six months of employment

Summary

Steele Memorial Medical Center offers health care professionals and people from all walks of life an opportunity to find fulfillment in their jobs as part of a close-knit team.We pride ourselves on our culture that promotes professional growth that allows our employees to maintain a health work-life balance through flexible employee work scheduling, or complimentary Wellness program and our generous Paid time Off policy.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life & disability coverage and 457 retirement
• Health insurance benefits include access to certain services at our facility free of charge
• Wellness program with potential health deduction savings of up to $1100 annually
• Student loan repayment options for eligible candidates

Experience the beauty of rural Idaho, with outdoor activities like white water rafting, year-round fishing in the infamous Salmon River, hiking, and skiing right outside your door!