Therapy Aide

Overview

SSM Health Physical Therapy - Day Institute

Therapy Aide/Rehab Aide

This position starts at $18.00/hr (Based on experience)

Warrenton Day Institute

Full Time - Set Schedule! Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Overview:

SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services! With a network of more than 80 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the St. Louis Metro area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand and work-related injuries. Our team of more than 700 physical, occupational and speech therapists, along with our patient service specialists, focus on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service.

Responsibilities

Rehab Aide performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist, including but not limited to:

• 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 in 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 Act.
• Maintains the department and department equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Direct patient care experience required

Current State Driver's License in good standing required: Acquisition of a Class B license allowing for the operation of a bus is required within three months of employment

Minimum of one year of work experience as a driver required

Willing to cover any of our 7 Day Institute sites working as a Tech, Driver, and assist Day-room staff as needed

High school graduate or equivalent required

Additional Data

**Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans