Rehabilitation or Therapy Aide

Carespring•West Chester, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a rehabilitation aide to be part of an in-house therapy team. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, with great benefits. The ideal candidate must be STNA certified and have a genuine interest in the rehabilitation and maintenance of the geriatric resident. The primary responsibilities include the transportation of residents to and from therapy for treatment and assisting nursing staff. The role also involves leading individual/group maintenance programs designed by therapists. If you are not a state-tested nurse aide, we can assist you in achieving those goals. The position requires the ability to function in a team environment, communicate effectively in writing, and efficiently use a computer.

Requirements

STNA certified
Genuine interest in the rehabilitation and maintenance of the geriatric resident
Ability to function in a team environment
Ability to use computer efficiently

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant or graduate of a PT, OT, COTA or PTA accredited program who has yet to receive state licensure.
Ability to communicate in writing and record resident responses to treatment

Responsibilities

Assists in therapy department as Rehabilitation Aide when required.
Transports residents to/from therapy department for treatment.
Trainable in basic areas of therapy delivery.
May aide in certain portions of delivery of therapy as allowed by state and federal guidelines.
Follow through with individual and/or group maintenance programs initiated by specialized therapies ordered by a physician.
Maintain individual records of maintenance activities for each resident as required.
Record resident daily activities and file as required.
Act as a resource for CNAs in maintenance program techniques.
Assists and feeds residents in dining room with meals as appropriate.