Rehabilitation Aide

at  UPMC

Assists in the provision of patient care under the direct supervision of the licensed clinical staff, including OT, PT, SLP, PTA and COTA, and in accordance with practicing state’s acts for those disciplines. Provides both clinical and clerical support as required by the facility. May include transporting patients as necessary in a safe, comfortable, courteous, timely and professional manner via prescribed transport vehicles. May assist in the training of therapy volunteers.

• Complete clerical duties: daily logs, registration, filing charges, and scheduling.
• Maintain and inventory medical supplies, assisting with orders.
• Apply modalities and support patient care per therapy practice acts.
• Assist in orientation and mentoring of new aides and volunteers.
• Notify healthcare team of patient whereabouts and ensure safety measures.
• Adhere to scheduled shifts and break times.
• Prepare and maintain work area, clean equipment and patient care areas.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety, fire, evacuation, and emergency procedures.
• Assist with patient transfers and setups as requested by therapy and nursing staff.
• Answer department calls, take messages, provide information, and transfer calls.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience as a therapy technician or nursing assistant is preferred.Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service