Rehabilitation Assistant

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.


Job Summary


Our client is seeking a dedicated Rehabilitation Assistant to work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Registered Nurse. The primary responsibilities include facilitating exercise programs, providing direct patient care, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, and performing clerical duties. The role is critical in supporting the health care team by ensuring participants receive optimal care and support.


Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Assist participants to and from treatment areas and facilitate exercise programs.
• Cue, encourage, and guide participants during treatments and maintenance programs.
• Report any issues with participants to the therapist or medical personnel immediately.
• Maintain treatment areas, ensuring they are organized and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Have a working knowledge of participant equipment and adaptive aides.
• Log participant data and complete necessary documentation for treatment programs.
• Perform clerical duties such as ordering supplies and scheduling participants.
• Participate in mandatory in-services and training sessions.
• Maintain confidentiality of all participant and client information.
• Perpetuate a safe and professional work environment.
• Perform other duties as required, maintaining a positive attitude.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements


Education

• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain CPR certification within three months of employment required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a caregiver, patient care tech, medical assistant, or similar role.
• Proficient in the use of computers, including basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• 1 year experience working in a rehabilitation setting with the frail elderly, preferred.

Schedule / Shift


Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM


Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language


Medix is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.


* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).


Medix Overview:


With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.


* As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.