Therapy Aide - PRN

Select Medical; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital – North, affiliated with Select Medical, is seeking a Therapy Aide for per diem coverage at our Jacksonville, FL location. You will assist licensed therapists, help with patient transfers, and support treatment sessions in a fast-paced inpatient setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and compassionate care; prior hospital therapy aide experience is preferred, and BLS certification or completion within 90 days is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification or completion within 90 days required.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient-related tasks as directed by therapists.
• Assists with patient transfers to/from mats, treatment areas, and equipment.
• Positions patients and assists with standing and use of orthotic/prosthetic devices as directed.
• Transports patients to and from therapy sessions as needed.
• Sets up equipment and prepares patients for therapy sessions as outlined by the State Practice.
• Supports therapists during patient care activities.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification or completion within 90 days

Job description

Overview

Hospital Name: UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital - NorthAffiliation with Select MedicalPosition: Therapy AideLocation:15255 Max Leggett Parkway, Jacksonville,FL32218Schedule:Per Diem

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

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans