What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehabilitation Therapy Aide - Rehab Therapies North Liberty Campus position at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics?
Description
The Department of Rehabilitation Therapies at the University of Iowa Health Care North Liberty Campus is seeking a Rehabilitation Therapy Aide who under the supervision of a therapist will perform designated tasks related to the services provided by the Department of Rehab Therapies. This position will be assigned to the inpatient orthopedic units and the outpatient clinic.
Position Responsibilities :
- Under the direction of a physical therapist, perform select exercises with patients who are recovering from orthopedic injuries and surgeries.
- Gather and prepare equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, etc.) for the therapy session.
- Assist the therapist by moving equipment (IV poles, wheelchairs, etc.) while the therapist mobilizes the patient.
- A ssist the therapist in mobilizing patients.
- Help restock linens.
- Prepares, maintains, and cleans treatment areas.
- P erforms other tasks as assigned.
The new University of Iowa Health Care North Liberty Campus will open in the Spring of 2025. This 469,000 square foot facility will be home to UI Health Care's nationally recognized Orthopedics service line, offering comprehensive, coordinated, and accessible care across the outpatient, inpatient and surgical venues. These state-of-the-art clinical facilities will also include a full-service community imaging center, laboratory services, physical therapy, occupational therapy, retail pharmacy, and emergency department as well as an array of support services. The facility has been designed to support a superior patient and staff experience; excellence across our patient care, teaching and research missions; convenient access to services; and engaging community partnerships. UI Health Care is seeking a welcoming, highly-skilled and collaborative workforce to be a part of the opening team for this superb new campus, and to help further our mission of : Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.
Percent of Time : 100%
Pay Grade : 03
Salary : $16.97 / hour
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Qualifications
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Desirable Qualifications :
Application Process :
Please attach a resume and cover letter as part of the application process. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential / education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
For additional questions, please reach out to Carol Seaman at carol- seaman@uiowa.edu
Salary : $17
