Rehab Aide

Advocate Health • Park Ridge, IL

5d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Rehab Aide supports pediatric outpatient rehabilitation operations through daily cleaning and maintenance, patient and equipment transportation, routine errands, and clerical assistance. The role helps keep therapy areas, equipment, supplies, and treatment rooms organized and ready for use, following instructions from licensed staff and hospital specifications. The aide also observes patient problems or needs and promptly informs appropriate clinical staff. The position includes participation in staff meetings, facility activities, in-services, and educational programs, along with work toward individual and departmental goals. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school education.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to assist, escort, and transfer patients and respond to patient needs for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance; for patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when a patient cannot assist, use patient-handling equipment with at least one other associate when available.
• Ability to perform very heavy lifting, including up to 100 pounds occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and more than 20 pounds constantly, as described in the physical requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in a rehabilitation or hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily sanitation of physical and occupational therapy gym areas, including mat tables, tables, and therapeutic equipment.
• Notify appropriate personnel when equipment is malfunctioning.
• Maintain general clinic tidiness and keep the splint area organized, with supplies stored properly and countertops clear; refill water levels when requested.
• Disinfect equipment and therapy supplies as directed by licensed staff or Rehab Aide II.
• Deliver and pick up equipment and therapy supplies for disinfection as requested, including from specialty clinics or group therapy.
• Store, maintain, and request disinfectant according to hospital specifications.
• Set up and clean therapy rooms for specific procedures.
• Transport patients using wheelchairs, carts, and various life-support equipment according to an assigned schedule.
• Deliver supplies and equipment to outpatient and inpatient patient rooms and complete errands throughout the hospital as assigned.
• Sort and distribute mail and reports to appropriate staff; distribute office supplies and therapy materials; and accept, verify, and put away delivered supplies.
• Maintain department supplies and materials as identified by therapy managers, therapists, or Rehab Aide II.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of soft charts and copy forms, reports, and records.
• Participate in hospital or facility activities, including in-services and educational programs; work toward individual and departmental goals; and attend scheduled staff and interdepartmental team meetings.
• Report observed patient problems or needs and immediately notify appropriate clinical staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay such as shift or on-call pay, based on position
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED