Rehab Unit Aide (Per Diem)

North Country Healthcare • Colebrook, NH

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Rehab Unit Aide supports the rehabilitation staff by handling routine tasks, preparing for patient services, and assisting therapists according to professional standards. This role alleviates the workload of the Rehab team, allowing therapists to focus on patient care, referrals, and evaluations.

Requirements

• High School Graduate (or anticipating graduation in 30 days or less ) or General Equivalence Diploma
• Association accredited course in Basic Life Support (BLS) (for clinical staff), or Heartsaver CPR AED (for nonclinical staff), and renewal on a regular basis, with up to a three-month grace period after the expiration date.
• Customer service
• Computer Data Entry
• Communication skills both written and oral

Nice To Haves

• preferred completion of previous high school level or college level observation in a rehabilitation department
• Experience in a medical facility, reception, or billing/insurance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow the work schedule to complete assigned tasks.
• Comply with established policies and procedures.
• Notify the facility promptly if late or absent.
• Assist with errands and transport supplies.
• Cooperate with inter-departmental staff to maintain services.
• Maintain a warm, positive environment throughout the unit.
• Participate in chart rounding after training.
• Assist with changing linens and cleaning treatment areas.
• Greet and escort patients as necessary.
• Report any accidents/incidents immediately.
• Keep floors clean and report spills promptly.
• Manage supplies, including checking expiration dates.
• Operate equipment safely and report any malfunctions.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and security of health information.
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.
• Adheres to facility Values, Service Excellence and Standards of Excellence.

What This Job Offers

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