Rehabilitation Therapy Aide

Rehabilitation Therapy AssistantSalary Range: $33.28 - 43.78 plus Per Diem differentialSummary of Duties: Assist Therapists with patient care (i.e. preparation of patients for treatment, assist patient in safe practice activities as directed by the therapists). Other related Rehab Therapy duties in all disciplines. Work hours will include PM shift hours, due to department patient care demands.Educational Requirements:Minimum AA degree from a junior collegeBachelor's degree desiredLicensure/Certification Requirements:Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association required.Experience Requirements:2 years of patient care experience in Rehab setting; one to five years patient care experience in an acute care setting desired.Special Skills or Abilities:Outpatient rehab clinic administrative experience including phone calls, communication with insurance providers, schedulingWork experience with the following populations desired:Neuro (OP, Traumatic brain injury, post-concussion)OrthopedicTraumaCritical CareLymphedemaExperience and use of exercise equipment.Practice of universal precautions in a healthcare environment.Ability to analyze constantly changing situations and take appropriate action.Ability to express oneself clearly in speaking and in writing.Ability to accept feedback and constructive coachingEmotional maturity, personal and professional integrity, and interest in growth and learning.Washington Hospital Health System does not utilize any form of electronic chatting, such as Google chat for the purposes of interviewing candidates for employment. If you are contacted by any entity or individual attempting to engage you in this format, do not disclose any personal information and contact Washington Hospital Healthcare System.