Rehab Aide

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. Responsible for patient registration, outpatient scheduling, RUGS monitoring, MDS therapy data input, insurance verification, insurance authorization, denial management, receptionist, Medicare certification/re-certification management, medical records management, phone skills, and other assigned clerical duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. High School Diploma or equivalent. 2. Obtain CPR Certification within 90 days of hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE: 1. Prior patient care experience in a rehab/therapy setting, nursing setting, or other clinical setting is preferred. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Practices in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self, and others. Adheres to hospital & department risk management, safety, and infection control policies. 2. Demonstrates professional conduct as evidenced by being a positive team member; follows established personnel, hospital, and department policies; and adheres to established ethical standards of practice. 3. Assists therapist and therapist assistants under direct supervision with the delivery of patient care. 4. Prepares the patient and environment for therapy treatment, i.e. patients are appropriate attired, requested equipment/linen is made available and set-up per policy, prepares/cleans whirlpools per policy. 5. Transports patients to/from the rehab department in a timely and safe manner. 6. Performs inventory of non-salary and office supplies, and notifies director when re-order points are hit. 7. Performs clerical duties as directed including filing, copying, faxing, shredding, mail delivery/pickup, etc. 8. Retrieves therapy equipment from the nursing units as directed. 9. Cleans patient/therapy equipment per policy. 10. Identifies and communicates patient care concerns or signs of distress in a timely and effective manner. 11. Manages patient lines and patient equipment in a safe effective manner when assisting with the delivery of therapy and during patient transport. 12. Demonstrates correct use of patient care equipment including patient lift/transfer equipment, assistive devices, wheelchairs, oxygen tanks, gait/transfer belts, bedside chairs & tables, and hospital beds. 13. Provides restorative care on the SNF unit as directed. 14. Completes all assignments and job duties in a timely, efficient manner. Self-initiates work within the scope of the position. 15. Demonstrates a strong commitment to a high level of positive customer service as evidenced by UHC’s complaint management system, associate recognition system, and customer satisfaction measures. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. All transfers, lifts, and re-positioning will be completed utilizing the provided patient lift equipment as indicated by the patient’s clinical profile and appropriate algorithms for safe patient mobility. 2. HEAVY/HARD WORK: Work requires strength and stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40 lbs. 3. Visual and hearing acuity (with or without correction) must be within normal range. Must be able to effectively communicate, and monitor the physical environment for patient, visitor, and staff safety. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Patient care is provided in the clinical setting including the therapy department, nursing units, and/or patient room. Physical therapists must be able to work with standard therapy equipment. 2. Office functions are performed in the therapy staff office or nursing stations/sub-stations. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Must have the ability to self-initiate work within the scope of the position. 2. Must have strong verbal and listening skills. 3. Basic knowledge of computer programs such as word processing, spreadsheets, and email applications. 4. Demonstrates basic computer skills including typing & navigation of required work programs. Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 4 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. Cost Center: 210 WH Physical Therapy Address: 1 Medical Park Drive Wheeling West Virginia Thank you for your interest in working for WVUM. Please explore our open opportunities in the list below and apply for any positions in which you would like to be considered. You'll be able to keep track of your progress on our site. The West Virginia University Health System, West Virginia's largest health system with more than 1,800 beds and largest private employer, is comprised of 16 member hospitals, including a children's hospital; three managed hospitals; and five institutes, all anchored by a 700-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, West Virginia.