Rehabilitation Aide - Acute Care

Position Description: We are currently seeking a Rehabilitation Aide for our Acute Care team at St. Vincent's Medical Center. The Rehabilitation Aide provides safe and appropriate basic patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist. As a member of the rehabilitation team supports a safe and positive patient experience by assisting in the delivery of care and performing delegated multi-skilled basic patient care services. Provide support and assistance to licensed Rehabilitation Therapists in areas such as (but not limited to): mobility, ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), movement and ambulation, and positioning. In addition, may provide support to licensed Rehabilitation Therapists in areas such as therapeutic exercise programs, group exercise programs, mobility volunteer aide program, and swallowing studies.

Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent required. Customer service experience and computer literacy required. Patient care experience highly preferred. Minimum of 1-year work experience and knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements: Must be able to physically lift and move patients in a safe manner. Able to work efficiently as a team member both within and across clinical settings to provide quality service through communication, cooperation and collaboration. Open to change, feedback, and considerable variability in the workplace. Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use). Knowledge of medical terminology. Effective Communication and interpersonal skills. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. Regular Standard Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule: Full-time (40 hours)