Therapy Aide - PRN

sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health Fargo is seeking a Therapy Support Aide to assist in delivering Physical and Occupational therapy care. You will prepare treatment areas, equipment and materials, and help patients perform procedures under supervision of licensed therapists.

This role supports operations of the therapy department, including cleaning, clerical duties, and assisting patients with care needs as required. A high school diploma or GED and BLS certification within 6 months are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be physically capable of assisting with patient transfers, activities of daily living, and gait training as directed by a licensed therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment area, patient equipment and materials for therapy sessions, and perform procedures under supervision of licensed therapists.
• Assist in the delivery of therapy services for patients/residents/clients as directed by a licensed therapist, including preparing equipment and supporting patient care needs.
• Support operations of the therapy department, including cleaning and clerical duties, and assist patients to/from the therapy department.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Compensation

Salary Range: $15.00 - $23.00

Union Position

No

Department Details

Flexible PRN weekend scheduling. This position is at Sanford Medical Center Fargo, supporting physical and occupational therapists in an acute care setting.

Summary

Supports Physical and Occupational therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient equipment and materials, and performs procedures as directed by and under the supervision of a physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, occupational therapist, or occupational therapy assistant.

Job Description

Assists in the delivery of therapy services for patients/residents/clients suffering from illness, injury, or developmental impairments, under supervision of and as directed by the licensed Therapist as appropriate. Prepares equipment and materials for treatment; assists patients/residents/clients and provides encouragement to make sure that they correctly perform treatments. As needed, performs other related duties as requested that serve to support the operations of the therapy department, such as cleaning, clerical duties, assisting patients with care needs, and assisting patients to/from the therapy department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development Diploma (GED) required. On-the-job training will be provided.
• Must be physically capable of assisting with patient transfers, activities of daily living, and gait training as directed by a licensed therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 6 months of employment.

EEO Statement

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

Accommodations

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