Therapy Aide

WYLIE, TXPosted a month ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Select Medical.

• Job overview

  The Therapy Aide role at Select Medical supports outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation by assisting therapists and patients, contributing to patient care and clinic operations during the summer season.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The Therapy Aide performs patient-related tasks assigned by therapists, assists with patient transfers and positioning, helps with equipment setup, and maintains clinic organization including cleaning and laundry duties.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification or completion within 90 days of hire, and preferably one or more years of hospital experience as a therapy aide.

• Work environment and culture

  Select Medical emphasizes a positive, adaptable, and fun team environment with a commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Company information

  Select Medical operates rehabilitation services including outpatient orthopedic rehab at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation in Wylie, TX.

• Team overview

  The candidate will join a dynamic outpatient rehab team at the Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation in Wylie, TX.

• Job location and travel

  The position is located in Wylie, TX, at an outpatient rehabilitation clinic, offering seasonal per diem work for 20 hours per week during the summer.

• Unique job features

  This is a seasonal, part-time role focused on outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation support, requiring multitasking and independent work within a positive team setting.

Company overview

Select Medical is a healthcare company specializing in post-acute care, operating a network of rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and long-term acute care hospitals. They generate revenue through patient services, including inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, physical therapy, and specialty hospital care. Founded in 1996, Select Medical has grown significantly through acquisitions and partnerships, becoming a key player in the healthcare sector with a focus on providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your ability to perform patient-related tasks, assist with transfers, and support therapists, which are core duties for the Therapy Aide role at Select Medical.

• Emphasize your experience or ability to multitask, work independently, and adapt quickly in a clinical or rehab setting, as these qualities are valued for this seasonal outpatient position.

• Apply through multiple platforms including Select Medical's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and reputable job boards to maximize your chances of being noticed for this per diem role.

• Connect with current therapy aides or rehabilitation staff at Select Medical on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on their posts about patient care or asking about the team culture during summer shifts.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'patient transfers,' 'equipment cleaning,' 'therapy support,' 'BLS Certification,' and 'outpatient rehabilitation' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.

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