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The Rehabilitation Aide provides functional maintenance therapy services to program participants under the clinical supervision of Physical and Occupational Therapists. This role may report directly to the Program Manager, Center Support Supervisor or a Clinical Specialist, depending on the Center configuration.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains confidentiality of all clients

• Works collaboratively with other staff to accomplish goals and tasks

• Provide Functional Maintenance Therapy (FMP) according to the individual treatment plan in therapeutic exercises, therapeutic activities, therapeutic groups, and/or other activities as directed by the Physical Therapist and/or Occupational Therapist. Report observed changes in the participant’s condition to supervising therapists.

• Record daily treatment service in the rehabilitation Monthly Service Record (FMP Flow Sheet accurately and in a timely manner.

• Prepare the rehab Monthly Service Record (FMP Flow Sheet) accurately according to PT/OT treatment plans.

• Maintain the tidiness and cleanliness of therapy equipment and devices according to agency cleaning protocols.

• Monitor and check the rehab gym for adequate equipment and supplies. Assure that equipment is in operating condition and communicate to therapists any damage or other indications of malfunction in need of maintenance.

• Demonstrate safe practices by utilizing proper body mechanics, adhering to universal precautions, and maintaining environmental safety.

• Promote the benefits of therapy and motivates participants in therapeutic exercise programs.

• Orient and train new employees to FMP and equipment as requested by the Physical/Occupational Therapists and/or Specialists.

• Provide direct personal care services to participants as needed and assigned by the supervisor.

• Contribute to center operations by demonstrating leadership, collaborating with interdisciplinary team members, participating in team discussions, and supporting team treatment plans.

• Other related duties as assigned by Program Manager or Physical/Occupational Therapists.

• Performs duties, as assigned, in an accurate and timely manner

• Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautions

• Notifies the facility Program Coordinator of any abnormal findings or conditions

• Adheres to standards and procedures of facility and Amergis

• Arrives at the facility on time

• Represents The Company with a positive image at all times

• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in meeting the needs of all facilities

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience working with frail senior population, and/or ones with dementia required.

• Any experience working in a rehab facility, and/or and relevant experience with physical and occupational therapy required.

• Customer (Patient) service experience required.

• Experience working with Electronic Health Record required.

• Compliance with all relevant professional standards of practice required.

• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency program when applicable

• Current CPR if applicable.

• TB questionnaire, and PPD or chest x-ray required.

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements.

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site required.

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements required.

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required.

• Computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Word proficient

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Lifting requirements: 50 lbs frequently. 75 lbs occasionally.

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

Contract: 13 weeks

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.