Therapy Aide - PRN

Northshore Rehabilitation Hospital; Lacombe (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Job summary

Northshore Rehabilitation Hospital in Lacombe, LA, is seeking a Therapy Aide to support therapists in patient care and mobilization. The role includes lifting patients, helping with transfers, and assisting with equipment setup and positioning for therapy sessions.

The position is per diem/PRN, with potential for advancement and benefits eligibility after meeting hours. A strong orientation program helps new staff integrate quickly into our inpatient rehabilitation team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified BLS or completion within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient-related tasks assigned by a therapist.
• Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment tables and wheelchairs.
• Assists patients with transfer activities and positioning.
• Assists with donning/doffing appliances and preparing for therapy.
• transports patients to/from therapy as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Lifting assistance

Transfer support

Education

High school diploma

BLS certification

Job description

Hospital Name: Northshore Rehabilitation Hospital

Joint venture/Partnership/Affiliation with Select Medical

Position: Therapy Aide

Location: Lacombe, LA

Schedule: Per Diem/PRN/As Needed

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