• Job Description:

• Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people's lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.

• Education Qualifications:

• + Previous health care related experience or education. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Rehabilitation Aide to join our acute care hospital team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our rehabilitation therapists and assisting patients during their recovery process.

• Key Responsibilities:

• + Prepare treatment areas and equipment for therapy sessions + Assist therapists in transporting and positioning patients for treatments + Clean and maintain treatment areas and equipment before and after use + Perform routine, non-clinical patient care tasks under therapist supervision + Maintain inventory of supplies and ensure stock areas are clean and organized + Greet patients and answer basic questions about treatments + Collaborate with nursing staff to transport patients to and from therapy gyms + Assist in resettling patients back into their rooms after therapy sessions + Participate in weekend rotation (one weekend every four weeks) + Maintain equipment cleaning schedules + Support Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) during Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) procedures + Provide an extra set of hands for Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Physical Therapists (PTs) during therapy sessions + Other duties as assigned •Schedule•This is a full time position, 40 hours per week.

Typical schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, with a Saturday rotation. May be asked to work earlier/later if needed.

• Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• + No certification/licensure requirements

• Required Qualifications:

• + Previous health care related experience or education.
• Making a Healthy Difference in YOUR life
• We understand better than most how important your health is.

That is why we offer comprehensive benefits packages that meet the unique needs of you and your family.

These benefits include:

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• Health Coverage:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being. +

• Retirement Savings Plans:

• 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security. +

• Employee Wellness Programs:

• Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

_You've come to the right place!_ We're northern Minnesota's largest hospital, with 380 beds to care for you and your loved ones. Located in downtown Duluth overlooking beautiful Lake Superior, as one of Essentia's Catholic facilities, we strive to provide holistic healing for all human life. St. Mary's Medical Center is not only a hospital, but also a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center with 24-hour emergency care and critical care.

• Life at Essentia
• At Essentia, you are more than just a number; your role is crucial for delivering exceptional patient care! We value each team member's dedication and offer opportunities for growth, development, and a strong sense of belonging. We're excited to invest in you as a valued member of our team through: +

• Professional Development:

• Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. +

• Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives. +

• Colleague Connection Groups:

• Colleague Connection Groups (CCGs) are employee-led networks designed to foster a sense of belonging, enhance workplace engagement, and support employees' well-being.

They offer voluntary spaces for collaboration and socialization, aiming to support members, enhance organizational culture, and engage with the broader community. Employee Benefits at

Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

• Job Location:

• Building B - St Marys Medical Center

• Shift Rotation:

• Day Rotation (United States of America)

• Shift Start/End:

• Shift Start Time 8:00am (rare possibility of 7:00am or 9:00am)/Shift End Time 4:30pm (3:30p/5:30p)

• Hours Per Pay Period:

• 80 •

Compensation Range:

• $17.39 - $22.45 / hour

• Union:

• SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)

• FTE:

• 1 •

Weekends:

• Weekends Saturday rotation 1x/monthIt is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.