Rehabilitation Aide - New England Baptist - Dedham

Rehab Aide Opportunity At New England Baptist Hospital

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, assists in the provision of Physical Therapy services to the patients of New England Baptist's Outpatient Care Center primarily with general orthopedic injuries, post-operative diagnoses, chronic spine pain and work related injuries within the established policies of this department and New England Baptist Hospital. The Rehab Aide supports the New England Baptist Hospital's mission by assisting with the delivery of Physical Therapy services under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. This role is integral to the care of patients with orthopedic injuries, post-operative conditions, chronic spine issues, and work-related injuries at the Outpatient Care Center. The Rehab Aide works to ensure high-quality patient interactions, participates in therapy exercises, and supports clinic operations in line with NEBH standards and policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Patient Care Assistance : Provide delegated treatment activities under direct supervision, including follow-ups on specific exercises and functional tasks.
• Exercise and Equipment Instruction : Instruct patients on proper use of equipment and exercises to ensure safe, effective treatments and prevent potential injuries.
• Documentation and Reporting : Record patient performance on daily flow sheets accurately and legibly. Report any significant responses or changes in condition to the supervising therapist in a timely manner.
• Patient Education : Facilitate active patient engagement by reinforcing program education, teaching specific treatment techniques, and distributing educational materials to support health management and injury prevention.
• Non-Patient Care : Assist with clinic operations by managing supplies, answering phones, scheduling appointments, performing data entry, and handling various office tasks as needed.
• Infection Control and Safety : Adhere to infection control policies, including cleaning and maintenance of equipment, linen changes, and completion of necessary safety checks.
• Team Participation : Actively engage in staff meetings, in-service training, and ongoing educational opportunities within the institution and externally as appropriate.

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Disclaimer

This job description is intended to outline the general duties and responsibilities for the Rehab Aide role. It is not exhaustive and may evolve as necessary to align with the department's operational needs.

Pay Range : $20.00 - $26.92 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled