Therapy Aide

Select Medical•Mechanicsburg, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Helen M Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital, a UPMC and Select Medical Partnership, is seeking a per diem Therapy Aide to join their team at UPMC West Shore. This role offers an extensive orientation program, opportunities for advancement, and benefits that support financial, work/life, and emotional well-being. Part-time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

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