West Valley - Therapy Aide Inpatient

Location Site: West Valley Hospital

Department: WVH Rehabilitation Services, Inpatient

Position Type: Full Time

Start Time: 6:30

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.

Total Rewards Offerings:

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.

• Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
• Education assistance program
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
• Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.
• Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Live Well Wellness Program
• Short and long-term disability
• Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Your Role With Us:

By providing our therapists with needed support, you will ensure that the treatment environment is optimized for patient care. Positive communication and a strong interest in providing compassionate care enables you to use your unique abilities while working with a great team where you will be challenged and rewarded.

Core Functions:

• Assist with direct patient care under the supervision and direction of a licensed clinical therapist.
• Demonstrates appropriate body mechanics for personal safety and injury prevention.
• Manages the daily flow in the department. Anticipates the patient and staff needs and offers help appropriately.
• Ensures safety when assisting with exercise, therapy equipment, transfers and mobility.

Background/Expertise:

• BLS from the American Heart Association obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Experience with working with various machines and equipment such as a whirlpool bath, exercise bikes, paraffin bath, hydro collator, wheelchairs and other therapy-related equipment.
• Previous professional and/or volunteer experience in a rehab setting preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]