Physical Medicine Aide

Job Overview

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. One holiday per year required (TBD).
• 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

Benefit Overview

Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages.

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status