Rehabilitation Aide

AltaMed • Huntington Park, CA

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About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide performs or assists with personal care activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) for participants in their homes when needed. At a PACE Center, the aide assists with treatments for physical, mental, and occupational disabilities, injuries, and illnesses under the guidance and direct supervision of a licensed PACE Physical or Occupational Therapist. The aide follows the treatment plan established by the supervising therapist to increase, restore, and maintain patients’ functional capabilities. The role focuses on providing exceptional customer experiences and quality care to geriatric participants at home or at the PACE Center. Ability to meet the needs of these age groups may be gained through education, experience, and training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1–2 years of experience working with the frail elderly (geriatric) and disabled population.
• Valid BLS certification or higher, following American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• College work in a health career.
• Restorative Nurse Assistant certification.
• One year of experience in a medical care setting as an aide in an allied health field.
• Bilingual English, Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Perform or assist with personal care ADLs and IADLs for participants in their homes when needed.
• Assist with treatments for physical, mental, and occupational disabilities, injuries, and illnesses at the PACE Center under the direct supervision of a licensed PACE Physical or Occupational Therapist.
• Follow the treatment plan established by the supervising therapist to increase, restore, and maintain patients’ functional capabilities.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience and quality care to geriatric participants at home or at the PACE Center.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Commuter Flexible Spending.
• Career advancement and development opportunities.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Paid CME days.
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Corporate employee discounts.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Pet care insurance.
• The role may qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

What This Job Offers

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