Rehabilitation Assistant

Rehabilitation Assistant Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - 4.1 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $22.87 - $29.38 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Vital signs Maintaining an organized workspace Clinical research Nursing home experience DME Medical equipment operation Long-term care facility experience High school diploma or GED Rehabilitation center experience Physical rehabilitation occupational therapy Clerical experience Acute care 1 year Clean workspace maintenance Managing patient records Machine minor repairs Medical terminology Patient transport Rehabilitation and recovery (patient care) Patient personal care assistance Entry level Physical therapy

Full Job Description Department:

Clinical Care

Location:

New York, NY

Salary:

22.87 - 29.38 USD Hourly Job details

About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) seeks to hire a full-time, Rehabilitation Assistant at a state-of-the-art cancer treatment center in Manhattan's Upper East Side. This facility offers the highest standards of comprehensive cancer care in an environment designed to meet the unique needs of patients with cancer and their families. The Rehabilitation Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center provides physiatry, occupational therapy, and physical therapy to both inpatients and outpatients. We are looking for a unique individual to join our dynamic team of Rehabilitation Assistants. We invite you to apply if you are passionate about working in a collaborative environment to assist with patient care. Under the supervision of a licensed

Occupational or Physical Therapist, Role Overview:

Perform specific technical activities essential to patient mobilization Work with other Rehabilitation Assistants within the service and assist in patient care Take on various housekeeping, clerical, and maintenance tasks critical to smooth operations of the rehabilitation service Escort and assist patients before, during, and after Occupational/Physical Therapy treatment sessions Maintain an adequate level of supplies to meet patient care needs Maintain records per Rehabilitation Service guidelines Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area and contribute to the upkeep of the service work area Provide minor maintenance of rehabilitation equipment, monitor equipment for signs of wear and tear, and manage durable medical equipment levels Operate rehabilitation equipment, obtain vital signs, and transfer and guard patients under therapist supervision

Qualifications:

A High School Diploma/GED One year experience in direct care responsibility in an acute hospital setting, rehabilitation facility, or nursing home preferred Basic knowledge of medical terminology Excellent interpersonal skills Mechanically oriented approach Team-oriented Ability to provide a 1-2 year dedication

Additional Information:

Hours vary between 7:00a-6:30p, including weekends (subject to change)

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Compensation Philosophy Benefits Pay Range:

$22.87 - $29.38

FSLA Status:

Non-Exempt Closing :

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills. MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Application Process 01 Step 1: Complete an Online Application 02 Step 2: Interview Process 03 Step 3: Provide References 04 Step 4: Extension of Job Offer 05 Step 5: Onboarding 06 Step 6: New Employee Orientation