Rehab Aide - Inpatient Bone and Joint (Per Diem)

Bone and Joint Institute Hartford Hospital

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the state-of-the-art Bone and Joint Institute at Hartford Hospital. The first stand-alone Orthopedic Hospital in the Northeast in over 50 years! Our mission is to be acknowledged as the regional leader in patient-centered, innovative musculoskeletal care, providing cutting edge care to patients in Connecticut and surrounding states. We are seeking dedicated, passionate individuals who would like the opportunity to be part of a team with a patient-centered approach, which brings decades of experience in providing the most innovative musculoskeletal & orthopedic care. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, as well as a stimulating work environment that inspires excellence.

Come join a leader in rehabilitation and orthopedic care!

Position Description

This position is a great fit for Allied Health students (PT/OT/SLP) who are looking to gain experience in a rehab setting! The Rehabilitation Aide provides safe and appropriate basic patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist. As a member of the rehabilitation team supports a safe and positive patient experience by assisting in the delivery of care and performing delegated multi-skilled basic patient care services. Provide support and assistance to licensed Rehabilitation Therapists in areas such as (but not limited to): mobility, ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), movement and ambulation, and positioning. In addition, may provide support to licensed Rehabilitation Therapists in areas such as therapeutic exercise programs, group exercise programs, mobility volunteer aide program, and swallowing studies.

Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalent required. Patient care experience required, one or more years of hospital experience as rehab aide preferred. Experience mobilizing patients preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements

Knowledge of medical terminology a plus. Computer literacy. CPR validation may be required within 3 months of hire depending upon work area specific requirements. Effective communication and interpersonal skills required.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.