Description

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford HealthCare Rehabilitation Network is the premier rehabilitation provider in Connecticut. We provide rehabilitation services across the continuum - acute care hospitals, long term care facilities, sub-acute rehabilitation, homecare, outpatient centers, and in community settings such as senior centers, work sites, and schools and colleges. We offer over 30 outpatient locations with a variety of specialists, including oncology, women's health, sports medicine, physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech language, we are known for our commitment to high quality, customer focused outcomes.

Bone and Joint Institute - Hartford Hospital

Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the state of the art Bone and Joint Institute at Hartford Hospital. The first stand-alone Orthopedic Hospital in the Northeast in over 50 years! Our Mission is to be acknowledged as the regional leader in patient-centered, innovative musculoskeletal care, providing cutting edge care to patients in Connecticut and surrounding states. We are seeking dedicated, passionate individuals who would like the opportunity to be part of a team with a patient-centered approach, which brings decades of experience in providing the most innovative musculoskeletal & orthopedic care. We offer competitive salaries and benefits, as well as a stimulating work environment that inspires excellence.

Summary
The Rehabilitation Aide provides safe and appropriate basic patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist. As a member of the rehabilitation team supports a safe and positive patient experience by assisting in the delivery of care and performing delegated multi-skilled basic patient care services.

The Rehab Aide provides support and assistance to licensed Rehabilitation Therapists in areas such as (but not limited to): Mobility, ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), movement and ambulation, and positioning. In addition, the Rehab Aide may provide support to licensed Rehabilitation Therapists in areas such as therapeutic exercise programs, group exercise programs, mobility volunteer aide program, and swallowing studies.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and appropriate routine patient care and support to rehabilitation services as delegated by a licensed Rehabilitation Therapist (Physical Therapist and/or Occupational Therapist and/or Speech Language Pathologist).
• Assist Rehabilitation Therapist with treatment as directed.
• Under supervision of a licensed Rehabilitation Therapist, may provide additional mobility for patients cleared and supervised by Rehab Therapy to increase ambulation and functional outcomes.
• Provide clerical support including but not limited to answering phone, copying/printing, and filing.
• Maintains inventory and restocks supplies.

Benefits
Hartford HealthCare offers a team-oriented structure and opportunities for growth throughout our network.

• Extensive paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible scheduling & competitive pay
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401K with company match
• Company paid short term and long term disability
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

We believe in high standards. These standards allow us to bring out the very best in our clients and our staff.

Qualifications

PT/OT/SLP students encouraged to apply

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Patient care experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Must be able to physically lift, and move patients in a safe manner
  

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.