Lead Rehab Aide

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives enhance communities and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design we strive to consistently question the status-quo and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life.

With over 23 programs we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health well-being independence and participation in the community fulfilling our mission.

Reporting to the Center Manager and working under the direct supervision of licensed rehabilitation therapists the Lead Rehabilitation Aide helps support the coordination of daily activities within the rehabilitation department.

In addition to performing the standard duties of a Rehabilitation Aide the Lead provides structure and guidance to other aides helping to organize daily operations maintain a safe and efficient therapy environment and ensure effective communication among the rehabilitation team.

This role serves as a liaison between the rehab aides therapists and Center Manager to promote smooth operations and consistent high-quality care within the PACE program.

Key duties and responsibilities of the position include but may not necessarily be limited to:

• Coordinating daily treatment schedules and assisting with assignment of aide tasks.
• Developing and maintaining a schedule for laundry equipment cleaning and other routine gym maintenance tasks to ensure consistent completion and compliance with infection control standards.
• Monitoring and maintaining rehabilitation equipment supplies and durable medical equipment (DME); assisting with inventory tracking ordering and vendor communication as indicated
• Providing guidance and support to rehabilitation aides promoting consistency in care practices and workflow.
• Serving as a liaison between the rehab aide team therapists and Center Manager to facilitate communication and address operational needs.
• Performing basic range of motion; routine therapeutic activities and exercise as outlined by therapist(s)
• Conducting specialized exercise groups
• Maintaining physical therapy ambulation programs
• Providing modalities as outlined by treatment plan
• Monitoring participants during exercise and ambulation for signs of distress or change of condition and reports safety concerns promptly to rehab therapists or supervisor
• Preparing daily treatment schedule board
• Escorting participants to and from therapy sessions
• Monitoring clients equipment and report need for minor repair and/or equipment ordering
• Completing all routine cleaning and maintenance tasks including laundry clinic equipment inventory supplies and rehab supplies
• Adhering to infection control policies HIPAA regulations and other compliance standards.
• Demonstrating sensitivity to the physical emotional and cognitive needs of a diverse population
• Actively participating in and encouraging actions that promote good public relations with participants their families friends and visitors
• Performing all other reasonably related jobs as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED Equivalence
• 1 year of experience working with a geriatric population
• Ability to speak English clearly and comprehend complex materials
• Knowledge of body mechanics basic anatomy physiology and basic medical terminology
• Ability to work and interact in an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to follow directions without constant supervision
• Strong time management and computer literacy skills
• Leadership in a team-based environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a PACE or Adult Day Health setting
• Experience coordinating schedules inventory management and/or team tasks in a healthcare setting.
• Bilingual abilities in Spanish or Chinese.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 25 lbs. and transfer 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach bend and walk
• Five finger dexterities

Compensation:

Range : $23 - $28/hourly

This rate is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee which is always dependent on actual experience client needs education and other factors.

This range does not include any additional equity benefits or othernon-monetarycompensationwhich may be included.

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Institute on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Institute on Aging is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic disposition neuro-diversity disability veteran status or any other protected category under federal state and local law.

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