Rehabilitation Aide

Summary
Responsible for performing routine exercises or follow-up of functional activities (direct patient care) under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist or therapy assistant.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Prepares patients for treatment by therapist.
-Assists therapists during therapy.
-Attends and actively participates in team meetings.
-Transfers and transports patients in a safe and timely manner.
-Maintains equipment and working area in clean, orderly condition.

EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsExperienceExperience working as a Rehab Aid 0-1 year preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities- Knowledge of medical terminology. - Excellent attention to detail Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. - Good bedside manner. - Good physical strength and stamina for lifting and moving immobile patients.


Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)

• Walking Frequently (34-66%)

• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)

• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)

• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)

• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

• Talking Constantly (67-100%)

• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other