Rehab Therapist Assistant - Acute Care
About The Position
This is a full-time Rehab Therapy Assistant position, working 40 hours per week with 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 AM and 6:30 PM. Hours may vary based on operational needs. The role is based at East Madison Hospital, which is described as UW Health’s newest and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country, focusing on holistic health care. UW Health is recognized as the #1 hospital in Wisconsin and is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone, operating as an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. The organization values diversity and provides equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to various protected statuses.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- CPR certification Upon Hire
Nice To Haves
- Prior healthcare experience
- 1 year healthcare experience
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients, treatment areas, and equipment in a manner that assures the patient’s dignity, personal care, and security.
- Carry out patient related activities, as directed by the patient’s therapist, such as, assist with a patient’s therapeutic exercises, therapeutic activities, and/or ambulation activities.
- Schedule patients, complete patient charge procedure for services performed, and complete administrative tasks as delegated by manager, supervisor, or therapist.
- Establish appropriate interpersonal relationships and communications with patients, families, other team members, students and interns, and other health care professionals.
- Participate in the educational and growth of the team.
Benefits
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
