Rehab Aide

Pay:  $17/hour - $18/hour About Summit Hand Therapy: Summit Hand Therapy opened its doors in 2007, with one therapist and an office manager, and a shared goal of providing their patients with the best and most qualified upper-extremity care in the state of Utah.  Today, Summit Hand Therapy has grown to 6 locations around Davis, Weber, and Box Elder counties. Although we have grown to meet the needs of a population that has exploded in size, our goals have remained the same. First and foremost, our priorities haven’t changed since day one: To provide skilled, talented, and quality care in a comfortable and caring environment, meeting the needs of our patients and their families.  Intending to have certified hand therapists (CHT) at each location and several licensed therapists, our team can provide expert individualized treatment to each patient experiencing trauma, illness, or injury. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Rehab Aide to join our healthcare team in Farr West, Utah, United States. As a Rehab Aide, you will play a crucial role in supporting our physical therapists and occupational therapists in providing high-quality care to our patients. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to patient recovery and well-being in a collaborative and supportive environment. Assist physical therapists and occupational therapists with patient care and treatment plans Apply therapeutic modalities such as heat packs and help patients with exercise equipment Monitor patient motion and guide them through prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment, adhering to all safety procedures and regulations Ensure proper operation of physical therapy equipment, performing basic maintenance and reporting any issues Manage inventory of physical therapy supplies, including restocking and ordering as needed Observe and report patient progress during therapy sessions to the supervising therapist Assist with patient transfers and repositioning, ensuring patient comfort and safety Provide emotional support and encouragement to patients throughout their rehabilitation journey Collaborate with the therapy team to enhance patient care and treatment outcomes College degree or equivalent education in a related field Minimum of 1 year experience in a medical environment, preferably in physical or occupational therapy Strong physical stamina and ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and retrieve objects weighing at least 30 pounds Proficiency in transferring and repositioning patients safely Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare team members Knowledge of basic medical terminology and rehabilitation concepts Familiarity with rehabilitation equipment and techniques Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Empathetic and patient-focused approach to care Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs and schedules Basic computer skills for maintaining electronic records and inventory management CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)