Therapy Aide -PRN

Helen M. Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Helen M Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking a Therapy Aide for a per diem schedule. The role involves assisting therapists, transferring and positioning patients, and preparing patients for therapy sessions.

You should have a high school diploma and be BLS certified or complete within 90 days of employment; one year of hospital experience is preferred. The facility offers extensive orientation, opportunities for advancement, and benefits including 401k eligibility

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification or completion in first 90 days of employment required.
• One year or more of hospital experience 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 in donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with 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 setup and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice.

Skills

Good communication

Assisting patients

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification

Job description

Compensation: $20.00 per hourOur 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.

Helen M Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital

Position: Therapy Aide

Location: Mechanicsburg, PA

Schedule: Per Diem

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
• 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

*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.*