Rehab Aide - Acute Rehab Unit - Per Diem 8 Hours Day Shift (6:30 AM to 3:00 PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

Keck Medicine of USC

13d • $21 - $26

About The Position

The Rehab Aide assists with direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the Director of the Department, performing tasks delegated by therapists, chiefs, or the director. The role supports care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and includes helping coordinate patient schedules and referrals, preparing and assisting with treatments, maintaining the department and equipment, stocking supplies, and carrying out clerical and communication functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to assist therapists in providing care appropriate to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Excellent customer service behavior.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word and internet access and utilization.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) is required within LA City; if not held upon hire, it must be obtained within 30 days and maintained through renewal before expiration.

Nice To Haves

• 6–12 months of volunteer or paid experience in a rehabilitation setting, either in a hospital or private practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists with scheduling patients.
• Update potential referrals from the surgery schedule and create scheduling tags for new referrals.
• Transcribe schedules and distribute them to nursing units.
• Set up and clean up for patient treatment and assist with treatment.
• Clean and maintain the department and equipment.
• Stock linen and supplies.
• Perform clerical functions.
• Communicate and document effectively.
• Perform other activities as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED