Therapy Aide

Edwin Shaw Rehabilitation Hospital • Copley Township, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture with Select Medical, is seeking a Therapy Aide for its Akron, OH location. The hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional and compassionate care to address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. The role offers an extensive orientation program for a smooth transition and potential for advancement to full-time opportunities based on demonstrated skills and dedication.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of hospital experience as a therapy aide preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist
• Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs and other equipment appropriate to the facility/department.
• Assists patients with transfer activities to all surfaces.
• Assists patients in donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with appropriate orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities as appropriate and providing equipment.
• Assist with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice

Benefits

• Benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members.
• Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees