Therapy Aide - Part Time

**Careers With Purpose** **Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.** **Facility:** GSS IA Algona Ctr **Location:** Algona, IA **Address:** 412 W Kennedy, Algona, IA 50511, USA **Shift:** Day **Job Schedule:** Part time **Weekly Hours:** 20.00 **Salary Range:** $15.00 - $23.00 **Department Details** The Skilled Rehab team at Good Samaritan Algona and Forest City seeks to hire a Therapy Aide to join our team. The position is part-time, 20 hours per week, M-F (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible), covering the Skilled Nursing Facilities. Currently, we treat the following conditions: orthopedic, weakness, balance/falls/gait, cervical/back pain, general deconditioning, and other various conditions. New grads are welcomed! We are transitioning these locations to an in-house therapy model from contract use. We are looking to hire a candidate who can complement our team. We have amazing qualities with being in-house including: In-House Therapy Model – One Team -We believe in individualized treatment plans and frequency to the benefit of all our patients -Improved collaboration with each facility being under the same organization Christian Based Organization -Workplace culture that allows people to do the greatest amount of good for those they serve Competitive Benefits -Including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching up to 5% and more -Annual Merit Raises -Sanford Perks including phone, hotel, merchandise discounts and more -PTO Paid and Unpaid -1 large bank – holidays, sick time, etc. Generous PTO accrual with increased accrual rates at 3 and 7 years of service -Weekend and Night Incentive Pay -6 EAP visits-Vital Life -Fitness Center Reimbursement -Volunteer Day Manageable Productivity Standards -Credit for Evaluation Time -Credit for Group and Concurrent Time -Individualized Building Productivity -Flexible Scheduling Continuing Performance Improvement and Career Growth -Continuing Education with yearly MedBridge and/or speechpathology.com subscription for full and part-time employees -MedBridge home exercise program for all employees -Senior Therapist Clinical Achievement Program (STCAP) -Specialty Certifications -Clinical Instructor for Students -Leadership Development -Annual Budget (includes: PT/OT/SLP Month Celebrations, Employee Recognition, Group Supplies, Equipment Needs) Clinical Specialist Team -Improved Local and Regional Support -Mentorship/Preceptor Program -Lunch and Learns -Rehab Champion -Therapy Governing Council **Job Summary** Supports Physical and Occupational therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient equipment, and materials, and performs procedures as directed by and under the supervision of a physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, occupational therapist, or occupational therapy assistant in accordance with applicable state practice acts. Assist the licensed therapist is providing services, the therapy aide may assists in the delivery of therapy services for patients/residents/clients suffering from illness, injury, or developmental impairments under supervision of and as directed by the licensed Therapist as appropriate. Prepares equipment and materials for treatment; assists patients/residents/clients' and provides encouragement to make sure that they correctly perform treatments. As needed, performs other related duties as requested that serve to support the operations of the therapy department, such as cleaning, clerical duties, assisting patients with care needs, and assisting patients to/from the therapy department. **Qualifications** High School Diploma or General Educational Development Diploma (GED) required. On-the-job training will be provided. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 6 months of employment. When applicable, current valid driver’s license, and must meet all medical guidelines for Sanford Health Category II drivers. **Benefits** Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits . Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org. Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment. **Req Number:** R-0262829 **Job Function:** Allied Health **Featured:** No

Salary : $15 - $23