Rehabilitation Aide

Are you ready to become a life-changer in a collaborative environment at UPMC Chautauqua in Jamestown, NY? Our Rehabilitation Aide position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care in a dynamic, supportive environment. Working full-time in outpatient care from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with every other Saturday morning and every other holiday morning shifts, you'll collaborate with la phenomenal team to ensure patient comfort and safety during therapy sessions. This opportunity provides hands-on experience in physical, occupational, and speech therapy settings, assisting with patient transfers, equipment setup, and therapy activities. You’ll also play a key role in maintaining medical supplies, mentoring new aides and volunteers, and ensuring all safety protocols are followed. UPMC Chautauqua is committed to providing professional development, making it an ideal place for individuals seeking to grow their skills in healthcare in addition to comprehensive Total Rewards benefits to support you professionally, financially, and personally. Join our team and help make a positive difference in the lives of our patients while working in a collaborative, patient-focused setting!

Key responsibilities include -

• Assists with the transfer and setup of patients, as directed by the licensed clinical staff within the occupational, physical, and speech therapy departments, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Discusses patient care with licensed clinicians prior to initiating activities, ensuring that patients receive appropriate care and assistance during their therapy sessions.
• Maintains adequate medical supplies by performing weekly inventory checks and assisting in the ordering of supplies to ensure the department is fully stocked.
• Receives and stores linen necessary for daily operations of the department, ensuring availability and proper organization of clean linens.
• Mentors newly hired aides and therapy volunteers, assisting with orientation and training to ensure they understand departmental procedures and best practices.
• Notifies healthcare team members about patients' whereabouts, ensuring safety protocols are followed, such as the use of safety restraints, call bells, and accessible communication tools.
• Applies modalities and supports patient care in accordance with the Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy Practice Acts, ensuring proper application and patient safety.
• Escorts patients to appropriate treatment areas, informing the therapist of the patient’s arrival and awaiting further directions to proceed with treatment.
• Answers telephone calls to the department in a polite and professional manner, directing calls, taking messages, and providing information as needed.
• Transports patients and equipment safely and efficiently between patient units, treatment centers, and designated areas, maintaining professionalism and patient comfort throughout.