Hand Therapy Aide

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. 

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.

Qualifications:

• Completion of high school, GED or equivalent required. Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred. 
• BLS certified.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Physical/Occupational Therapy office experience highly desired.
• Strong interest in occupational therapy, physical therapy/health professions as a career preferred. 
• Ability to successfully complete Rebound Physical 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. 
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. 
• Frequent lifting; Must be able to lift, move or assist patients weighing up to 300 pounds or more with help of other staff members using proper body mechanics. 
• Frequent carrying of 20-30 pounds for distances of 100-200 feet.
• Frequent pushing/pulling, bending, crouching, crawling, squatting, getting in awkward positions and stair-climbing. 
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range for staff and patient safety.
• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. 

We are proud to Offer:

• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Free Parking
• Sick Time accrued based on hours worked

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!