Rehab Aide - Acute Rehab Unit - Per Diem 8 Hours Day (6:30 AM to 3:00 PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)
About The Position
The Rehab Aide assists in direct and indirect delivery of patient care, performing tasks delegated by therapists, chiefs, or the Director of the Department. The role includes supporting patient scheduling and referrals, assisting with patient treatment, maintaining departmental spaces and equipment, stocking supplies, and completing clerical and communication/documentation tasks. The aide supports care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. This is a per-diem position in the Acute Rehab Unit with an 8-hour day shift, listed as 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. The position is union and non-exempt.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge and skills necessary to assist therapists in providing care appropriate to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Demonstrated 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 the applicant does not have a card upon hire, it must be obtained within 30 days of hire 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 patient scheduling.
- 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 departmental areas and equipment.
- Stock linen and supplies.
- Perform clerical functions and effective communication/documentation.
- Carry out other activities as directed.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
