Rehab Therapy Aide / PRN

Emory•Atlanta, GA

22h•$20•Onsite

About The Position

PRN rate $20.00 hourly. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is a leading Atlanta hospital system known for its expertise in cardiology, heart surgery, cancer, and neurology. EHC fosters a collaborative environment where employees can learn, grow, and innovate. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Georgia through partnerships with organizations like the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Georgia Institute of Technology. This role involves assisting with basic therapeutic services and patient-related activities under the direct supervision of a Physical, Occupational, Recreation, or Speech Therapist. Responsibilities include administrative, clerical, and maintenance tasks to support department operations. The position may involve clerical duties such as mail distribution, reception, and data entry. The aide will attend staff meetings and in-services to stay informed about operational changes. They will also perform record-keeping, assist with patient scheduling, maintain work areas and supply inventory, and prepare/clean equipment. Infection control protocols are to be followed diligently. The aide will observe patients for changes in condition and report significant findings to the medical team. Assistance with therapies, patient transfers, measuring vital signs, and potentially aiding in the fabrication of splints and modification of equipment are also part of the role. Professional development and participation in educational in-services are encouraged.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of a Physical, Occupational, Recreation or Speech Therapist, assists with the provision of basic therapeutic services and other patient related activities.
Performs simple administrative, clerical and maintenance tasks in support of department/program operations.
May provide clerical support services which include the receipt and distribution of mail, telephone and visitor reception and data entry.
Attends staff meetings, in-services and patient rounds as appropriate to remain abreast of policies, activities, and changes which will impact operations.
Performs simple record keeping activities in support of departmental policies and procedures.
Assists with the scheduling of patients for therapy to maximize efficiency and provide for optimal patient care.
Maintains orderly work areas; assists in maintaining an established supply inventory, including linens.
Assembles and prepares equipment and devices for treatment sessions and returns the equipment to its designated area.
Cleans and maintains department equipment to ensure its maximum operational efficiency; reports unsafe or defective equipment to supervisor for immediate repair.
Follows federal, JCAHO, CARD and organizational mandates and universal practices for infection control when handling soiled or contaminated items to ensure a safe work environment.
Observes the patient for physical or emotional changes which may indicate an adverse change in condition; communicates significant changes to the appropriate member of the medical care team.
Under the direction of a therapist, may assist with therapies and treatments including but not limited to hot packs, paraffin, exercise, ambulation and daily living activities.
Transfers patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, beds and to and from treatment facilities within the hospital.
Measures and records patient's vital signs.
Assists with the fabrication of splints and other specialized devices and with the modification of specialized equipment.
Works with manager to formulate a plan for professional development.
Attends educational in-services as appropriate.
Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices and developments.
Practices universal and/or specialized precautions in the daily cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment, and/or instruments.