Rehab Assistant

Overview

MAKE YOUR MARK, MAKE A DIFFERENCE!  

Diversicare is a premier provider of post-acute healthcare services with a strong legacy of quality care. We strive to foster a culture of transparency, support, and innovation. Our Mission is to improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations . We are proud to provide work/life integration for our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Diversicare operates 76 centers in ten states primarily in the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest. As Diversicare team member, you will play an instrumental role in the care of our patients and residents, our most important responsibility. We are seeking compassionate team members to assist our patients and residents with activities of daily living. We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment for our team members. A qualified candidate is responsible for all key accountabilities in a manner that is reflective of Diversicare’s Mission and Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork, and Stewardship. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients and residents you serve, Diversicare is the place for you.

For more information, please contact:

Alisha Briggs- Talent Acquisition Manager

931-698-8596

abriggs@dvcr.com

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Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency of all rehabilitation tasks assigned.
• Transports residents to and from the Rehabilitation Department for scheduled treatments in a safe and timely manner as requested.
• Assists with resident treatments assigned under the direct supervision of the licensed therapist.
• Reports changes in tolerance or medical status prior to each treatment to the supervising therapist.
• Confers formerly and informally with other team members in coordinating the administrative functions of patient care.
• Attends required in-service meetings and facility meetings as required.
• Performs the operation of rehabilitation equipment for which training has been received and competency demonstrated.
• Maintains departmental equipment and supplies in a neat, orderly and safe manner.
• Performs department secretarial functions as directed.
• Adheres to department procedures regarding documentation of services.
• Assists with billing and clinical documentation processes as requested.
• Reports to work on time and adheres to schedule, maintaining work efficiency during assigned shift.
• Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Maintains appropriate relationship and rapport with coworkers, residents, family members and facility personnel.
• Assists with and participates in quality assurance programs as required.
• Adheres to established confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse’s Assistant, or currently enrolled in a therapy program (e.g. PTA or COTA school), or as qualified by state statutes regulating PT, OT, and ST aides.
• High School diploma or Graduate Equivalency Degree, or as required by state statutes.
• Previous experience in long term care preferred.

Diversicare is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.  Diversicare does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, or disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.