Therapy Aide

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 26,863 - 37,677; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plans

Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability protection

Job summary

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Therapy Aide for its inpatient rehab unit in West Orange, NJ. This full-time position entails assisting therapists with patient-related tasks, ensuring safe transfers and positioning of patients, and participating in rehabilitation activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma and Basic Life Support certification. Preferred qualifications include hospital experience and mechanical skills. A comprehensive benefits package is available, fostering career growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certified Basic Life Support with the American Heart Association is required prior to start.
• One or more years of hospital experience as therapy aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient-related tasks assigned by therapist.
• Lifts patients to/from mats and wheelchairs.
• Assists patients with transfer activities.
• Positions patients with appropriate devices.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.

Skills

Patient assistance

Basic Life Support certification

Mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation

Position: Therapy Aide - Inpatient Rehab

Location: West Orange, NJ

Schedule: Full Time - 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday – Friday with an alternating weekend, plus some holidays

Compensation: $19.50 – $27.35 (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.

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.

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 provides equipment.
• Assists 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.

Per Diem Requirement

Two (8‑hr) shifts per month. At least one of those a weekend and one high‑need day (weekday, weekend, or holiday).