Therapy Aide

SSM Health Physical Therapy - Day Institute

Therapy Aide/Rehab Aide- Full-Time

O'Fallon, IL Day Institute

Pay Range: $18 - $20.68, based on experience

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Overview:

SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services! With a network of more than 80 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the St. Louis Metro area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand and work-related injuries. Our team of more than 700 physical, occupational and speech therapists, along with our patient service specialists, focus on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service.

*Generous benefits package including:

• Generous Paid Time Off + Paid Sick Time with carry over to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan offerings
• Company matching 401(k) retirement plans , as well as Life and Disability protection
• Reasonable working hours and expectations- We strive and encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering a manageable caseload expectation to provide the best care for all leading to a rewarding career
• Work with a highly skilled compassionate and caring team
• We are here for you! SSM provides great support at all stages of your career, your professional development, and offers great opportunities for growth
• Excellent Orientation and Training Program
• Recognized as “Top Workplaces” in St. Louis by St. Louis Post Dispatch
• Select Medical, Missouri, has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers!

Rehab Aide performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist, including but not limited to:

• 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 Act.
• Maintains the department and department equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Qualifications:

Direct patient care experience required

Current State Driver’s License in good standing required: Acquisition of a Class B license allowing for the operation of a bus is required within three months of employment

Minimum of one year of work experience as a driver required

Willing to cover any of our 7 Day Institute sites working as a Tech, Driver, and assist Day-room staff as needed

High school graduate or equivalent required

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans