Rehab Aide PRN 20_COWC

Job Description:

This is a multipurpose position in which duties range from carrying out basic patient care tasks as directed by a licensed therapist to overseeing a variety of operational activities for the department.

Scope

As a Rehab Aide with us, you will know how to:

Provide therapy patient treatment programs or portions thereof planned and delegated by a licensed Therapist.

Assist the Therapist in performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.

Carry out actual treatment procedures including exercise programs and the application of heat, cold light, whirlpool, sound, and massage modalities while observing established procedures and safety precautions.

Train patient in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.

Apply and care for braces, prosthesis, and other assistive devices recommended for and used by patients during therapy activities.

Maintain, operate and care for therapy equipment.

Complete all required documentation in a thorough and timely fashion.

Educate family and patients regarding ability/disability and treatment programs and goals.

Participate in educational programs and in-service meetings. Participates in continuing education program to ensure appropriate units are attained for maintenance of state license.

Maintain established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent, required

Current BLS certification or ability to obtain certification within one (1) month of employment, required

Preferred

Formal training in a medical field, such as Therapy Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, or other equivalent training, preferred

At least one (1) year of experience in a setting serving the same age/type of patient population served by this facility or department, preferred

Physical Requirements:

Interact with others by effectively communicating, both orally and in writing.- and -Operate computers and other office equipment requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.- and -See and read computer monitors and documents.- and -Remain sitting or standing for long periods of time to perform work on a computer, telephone, or other equipment.- and -May require lifting and transporting objects and office supplies, bending, kneeling and reaching.

Location:

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City:

Grand Junction

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$16.56 – $21.53

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/) , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers (http://www.sclhealthbenefits.org) ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/diversity/) .

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.