Therapy Aide - Per-diem

Dignity Health Rehabilitation Hospital; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Potential for advancement

401k eligibility after 1000 hours

Job summary

Dignity Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Henderson, NV is seeking a Therapy Aide to support therapists in inpatient rehabilitation settings. Schedule is per-diem/PRN with compensation at $18.00/hr. The role involves assisting with transfers, positioning, and setup for therapy sessions, under therapist supervision.

Start with extensive orientation and potential advancement to full-time opportunities. Per diem positions offer benefits eligibility based on hours, and the team emphasizes

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• Certified BLS or completion within 90 days is required.
• One or more years of hospital experience as a therapy aide is preferred.

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 with donning/doffing appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares for standing with orthotic/prosthetic devices.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists with other patient-related treatment activities and equipment as appropriate.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Schedule: Per-diem/PRN
Compensation: $18.00/hr. 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.

Dignity Health Rehabilitation Hospital

Partnership with Select Medical

Position: Therapy Aide

Schedule: Per-diem/PRN
Compensation: $18.00/hr. 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