What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehabilitation Aide position at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network?
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JOB SUMMARY
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Enhances department effectiveness by providing patient assistance in preparation for treatment, transporting patients, maintaining equipment and accessories, maintaining documents, ordering and stocking supplies and maintaining a clean environment under the supervision and direction of a licensed therapist.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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DELIVERS QUALITY CARE
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By performing patient related activities to optimize the skilled intervention provided by a licensed therapist.
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ORGANIZES WORK ENVIRONMENT
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By preparing treatment areas, answering and triaging phone calls, generating and filing documents, preparing billing slips, preparing modalities and completing other tasks as identified by the department.
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PROMOTES SAFE AND CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT
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By preparing and cleaning treatment areas and equipment in compliance with policies and procedures the rules and regulations governing environment of care and patient safety.
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By stocking linens and supplies, removing soiled linen, reporting malfunctioning equipment, maintaining clean and clear walkways and safely transporting patients with or without wheelchairs.
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PROTECTS PATIENT INFORMATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY
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By securing all information in confidential space, following facility confidentiality policy.
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CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT
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By assisting therapists to achieve common goals, demonstrating willingness to provide service at other sites as necessary and promoting a positive work environment.
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By proposing, investigating and implementing new operational methods to achieve end results.
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DEVELOPS AND ENHANCES JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
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By participating in continuing education, providing input and information for operational improvement.
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EDUCATES STUDENTS, VOLUNTEERS AND AIDES
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By providing educational experiences and orienting new staff as assigned.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Education
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High School Diploma required
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Work Experience
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Previous aide or volunteer work experience preferred
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Licenses / Certifications
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N/A
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