Emory

Rehab Therapy Aide

Division
Select Rehab JV
Campus Location
Atlanta, GA, 30329
Campus Location
US-GA-Atlanta
Department
RJV Outpatient Rehab Services
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
148282
Job Category
Therapy
Schedule
8a-4:30p
Standard Hours
40 Hours
Hourly Minimum
USD $17.54/Hr.
Hourly Midpoint
USD $20.85/Hr.

Overview

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At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

 

  • Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
  • Family-focused benefits
  • Wellness incentives
  • Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs...and more!

Description

 

Outpatient neurologic therapy clinic location 

 

  • Under the direct supervision of a Physical, Occupational, Recreation or Speech Therapist, assists with the provision of basic therapeutic services and other patient related activities; performs simple administrative, clerical and maintenance tasks in support of department/program operations.
  • Attends staff meetings, in-services and patient rounds as appropriate to remain abreast of policies, activities, and changes which will imapct operations.
  • Assists with the scheduling of patients for therapy to maximize efficiency and provide for optimal patient care.
  • Cleans and maintains department equipment to ensure its maximum operational efficiency; reports unsafe or defective equipment to supervisor for immediate repair.
  • Observes the patient for physical or emotional changes which may indicate an adverse change in condition; communicates significant changes to the appropriate member of the medical care team.
  • Under the direction of a therapist, may assist with therapies and treatments including but not limited to hot packs, paraffin, exercise, ambulation and daily living activities.
  • Measures and records patient's vital signs.
  • Assists with the fabrication of splints and other specialized devices and with the modification of specialized equiptment.
  • Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices and developments.
  • Practices universal and/or specialized precautions in the daily cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment, and/or instruments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

 

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

 

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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