Therapy/Rehabilitation Aide -PRN

Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital; Hummelstown (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation facility in Hummelstown is seeking a Therapy Aide to assist therapists in providing exceptional patient care. This per diem role requires a high school diploma and certified BLS training within the first 90 days. Responsibilities include transporting patients and assisting in various therapeutic activities. This position offers a chance for advancement and training within a supportive team of over 44,000 professionals. Competitive hourly compensation of $20 per hour is provided.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient related tasks assigned by therapist.
• Lift and transport patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assist with patient positioning and equipment setup for therapy.

Skills

Patient care assistance

Patient lifting

Equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position: Therapy Aide

Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, In partnership with Select Medical

Location: Hummelstown, 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.

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 with 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.*