Rehab Aide

Rehab Aide Position

Meritus Health is seeking a dedicated Rehab Aide to join our Total Rehab Care team. This role is ideal for a compassionate, hands-on caregiver who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment and enjoys supporting patients of all ages through their rehabilitation journey.

The Rehab Aide is a multi-skilled healthcare support professional who assists licensed Occupational, Physical, and Speech-Language Pathologists, as well as Registered Nurses, in providing high-quality patient care. This role includes both direct and indirect patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings.

"The Rehab Aide is a multi-skilled worker who provides a wide range of patient care activities which support nursing and rehabilitative services."

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care (10%) Support therapists, therapy assistants, and nurses in delivering hands-on care.
• Assist with Treatment Activities (60%) Prepare, organize, and maintain treatment areas; assist with therapeutic activities under supervision.
• Documentation (10%) Complete accurate written documentation of care provided.
• Clerical Support (5%) Assist with inventory tracking, ordering, billing, scheduling, and departmental data reports.
• Reception Duties (5%) Answer phones, retrieve messages, and direct callers appropriately.
• Equipment Operation & Safety (10%) Safely operate patient-care equipment and perform routine safety checks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required. Completion of a Nursing Assistant Program or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience: At least one year of patient care experience, ideally in a medical center setting. Experience in PT, OT, nursing, or home health is preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
• Maryland CNA certification preferred
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• Skills & Abilities:
• Competence in typing, filing, and computer use
• Ability to lift patients and perform physically demanding tasks
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.