Therapy Aide - Per Diem/PRN

Select Medical; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation program

Potential full-time opportunities

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Job summary

Select Medical Rehabilitation Hospital at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Therapy Aide to join the inpatient rehab team. This per diem/PRN position supports therapists through patient handling, transfers, and setup of equipment to assist therapy sessions.

The role emphasizes safe patient movement and proper use of orthotic devices, with an experienced team guiding your growth. The position requires a high school diploma and BLS certification (or completion within 90 days).

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification or completion within 90 days of employment is required.
• POETs testing is completed as part of onboarding before the first day of work.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists by carrying out patient-related tasks.
• Help transfer patients to/from mats, therapy devices and wheelchairs.
• Support with patient transfers to all surfaces and positioning for therapy sessions.
• Assist with donning/doffing appliances and preparing patients for standing with orthotic devices.
• Transport patients to and from therapy sessions as needed.
• Set up equipment and help with patient positioning for therapy sessions as outlined by the therapist.

Skills

BLS certification

Patient handling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

Hospital Name: Select Medical Rehabilitation Hospital at Lutheran Hospital Joint venture/Partnership/Affiliation with Select Medical Position: Therapy Aide Location: Fort Wayne, IN Schedule:Per Diem/PRN Compensation: $20.00 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

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 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

Qualifications

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

*Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process and are to be completed before an employee's first day of work.*

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans