Find & Apply For Occupational Therapy Aide Jobs in Maplewood, Minnesota

Responsibilities/Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a physical medicine aide/rehab aide to support acute care patient needs in the Rehabilitation department at M Health Fairview St John's Hospital in Maplewood! The role assists with patient care under the direction of a therapist, transporting patients to/from Rehab gym, managing equipment, cleaning Rehab spaces and equipment, scheduling therapy appointments, light clerical tasks and other tasks as needed - providing general support to the department.

FTE:

0.5 (authorized for 40 hours per pay period). Local SEIU, contract position.

Schedule:

Monday and Wednesday 8:00am - 4:30pm and one full weekend per month. Excellent opportunity to learn more about rehabiliation services! Fairview Rehabilitation offers a range of services that serve patients across 10 acute-care hospitals, 3 post-acute settings and 70 outpatient adult and pediatric therapy clinics. Consisting of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy as well as Audiology and Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, our therapists collaborate with colleagues in all medical settings and offer dozens of specialty programs. Responsibilities Maintains knowledge of, and complies with, all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards. Actively participates in creating and implementing improvements. Safely transports patients in a timely manner and respects patient personal dignity. Demonstrates knowledge and skill to provide care to a diverse population. Assists therapists during patient treatments. Prepares patients, treatment area and equipment for treatment procedures and supplies. Provides hands on assistance to patients in the practice of repetitive activities to facilitate treatment. Cleans and maintains department and equipment. Maintains an inventory of supplies to ensure the efficient operation of the department. Required Qualifications High School graduate or equivalent Basic Life Support (American Heart Association or Red Cross) Preferred Qualifications Previous patient/customer service

Qualifications:

$21.96- $26.09 Hourly