The hourly wage offered for this position is $17.15 - $24.05.
Rebound is the largest orthopedic and neurosurgical practice in the Portland-Vancouver area with an array of sub-specialties including orthopedics, brain and spine care, sports medicine, physiatry, and physical therapy. We are proud to be the team physicians for the Portland Trail Blazers, the Portland Winterhawks and several collegiate teams and celebrate over 50 years of serving the community with a commitment to providing superior service to our patients.
We are looking for a part time Hand Therapy Aide to join our amazing Orthopedic team in Salmon Creek, WA. The Hand Therapy Aide is responsible for assisting various levels
of personnel in their related clinical activities, which includes: set-ups for patients, transportation, assisting in splint fabrication and routine therapeutic techniques. The Hand Therapy Aide also maintains inventory of department equipment, linen and supplies, assists with general clean-up, performs patient scheduling and other receptionist/clerical duties as needed by the department. The ideal candidate will possess great organizational skills and energy, a can-do attitude, a desire to learn the practice, and a collaborative team spirit. The candidate will also possess excellent interpersonal skills, a superior commitment to patient care, and the ability to work closely with patients and physicians. This position will be based out of our Salmon Creek location but will travel to our Vancouver location on occasion.

Responsibilities:

• Support an environment that reinforces Rebound’s mission and Core Values of Superior Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, Quality and Recognition.
• Administer routine patient treatment and care to patients of various ages under direct supervision of the Hand Therapist.
• Monitor patient's reaction to therapy and report significant changes or developments to therapist.
• Escort patients to treatment as needed.
• Assist in general department maintenance by performing light housekeeping tasks on a frequent basis.
• Change linen in patient treatment areas per department procedure.
• Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance of department equipment and supplies per department procedures.
• Order therapy supplies and maintain inventory of equipment and linen.
• Coordinate with Providers, Hand Therapists, reception and clinical staff for patient scheduling. Call patients as necessary.
• Perform a variety of other receptionist and general clerical duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Keep informed of health care issues, changing department procedures and other department information by attending staff meetings and/or reading staff meeting minutes, e-mails and newsletters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and abide by all HIPAA rules and regulations.

Requirements:

• Completion of high school, GED or equivalent required. Some college coursework preferred.
• BLS certified.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong interest in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy/health professions as a career preferred.
• Hand and/or Physical Therapy experience highly desired.
• Knowledge and skills are generally acquired through on-the-job training; Ability to successfully complete Rebound’s Hand Therapy Department training program within two months of employment.
• Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to prioritize in a climate of changing needs and distractions.

We are proud to Offer:

This is a great opportunity to work in a quality organization with Top Doctors in the Northwest. At Rebound, our goal is to cultivate an organization that offers superior patient-centered medical care, with mutual respect and cooperation in a positive and supportive environment. Come join our team!