Therapy Aide - REHAB ACUTE

International Executive Service Corps; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

International Executive Service Corps is seeking a Therapy Aide to support physical, occupational, and speech therapy services under licensed therapists. You will help patients regain function and participate in rehabilitation plans.

Duties include assisting with patient activities, maintaining infection control, and supporting departmental safety and performance improvement programs. This role exchanges information with care teams and contributes to a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• GED or completion of high school.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical, occupational, and speech therapy treatments under direct supervision by licensed therapists.
• Assist patients to regain function and participate in rehabilitation plans.
• Maintain infection control and participate in PI and safety programs.

Education

GED or completion of high school

Job description

DEFINITION

Responsible for assisting with physical, occupational, and speech therapy treatments only under the direct supervision of the Staff Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapist. The Therapy Aide, as directed and supervised by the Staff Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapist, assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The Therapy Aide participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department, and participates in PI activities. Performs clerical duties as assigned by Management or Staff Therapists, and participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training and organizational safety and fire safety programs. Patients cared for/interacted with are infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• GED or completion of high school