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Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV8188

Working TitleREHABILITATION AIDE

Number of Vacancies1

LocationMcAllen, Texas

DepartmentSchool of Medicine / Surgical Specialty and MSK ISU

FTE1.0

FLSANon-Exempt

Scope of Job

Assists licensed physical and occupational therapists, physical, occupational therapy assistants, and medical students in all aspects of therapy services to maximize each patient’s functional ability when recovering from injuries, surgeries, or illnesses.

Description of Duties

+ Provides physical assistance with therapeutic interventions, maintaining equipment and supplies within the department and completing other administrative tasks to improve patient flow management in the outpatient rehabilitation clinic.

+ Transfers and transports patients in treatment area in a safe and timely manner.

+ While under direct supervision of the treating therapist, the rehabilitation aide will assist with direct patient care relative to patient’s age, culture, and condition.

+ Sets up and adjusts/organizes therapeutic equipment, monitors exercise performance, helps with providing home exercises.

+ Monitors patient progress during sessions and report any concerns to the therapist.

+ Provides encouragement and support to patients throughout the rehabilitation process.

+ Records treatment/service revisions in accordance with departmental policy.

+ Maintains accurate patient records and assist with documenting progress or session notes as directed by therapists.

+ Communicates verbally and in written form with the therapists, assistants, students, patients, volunteers, and other aides to maintain efficient workflow within the clinical environment.

+ Provides general information and education to patients regarding therapy exercises or routines when appropriate.

+ Follow all safety protocols to ensure a safe and clean treatment environment.

+ Ensures all equipment is cleaned, sanitized, and maintained according to facility protocols.

+ Organizes linen, disinfects equipment, sterilizes equipment, and tracks reusable supplies for order and re-order.

+ Receives, distributes, and restocks supplies.

+ Assists with filing, answering phones, scheduling appointments and performs general office support.

+ Assists in organizing patient files, handling paperwork, and inputting data into electronic health records ( EHR ) systems.

+ Assists with collection of Patient Reported Outcome Assessment data.

+ Ensures that patient confidentiality is maintained according to HIPAA regulations.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education

Post-secondary education or certification in a related field (e.g., physical therapy, occupational therapy).

Licenses/Certifications

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification ( CPR ).

Required Experience

Two (2) years of experience as a rehabilitation aide in outpatient orthopedic or oncology rehabilitation experience or a healthcare setting.

Preferred Experience

None.

Equipment

Use of standard office/therapeutic equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is performed primarily in a healthcare setting environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Strong written/verbal communication and organizational skills. Basic understanding of healthcare terminology and therapy processes. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work well with patients and healthcare teams.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date06/02/2025

Grant Funded PositionNo

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Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Social Security Number *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or [email protected].

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/46662

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

+ Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ * Are you a current UTRGV employee?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Please select your highest level of completed education.

+ 6th grade education

+ 10th grade education

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

+ Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

+ Masters Degree from an accredited university

+ Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

+ None of the above

+ * Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year

+ 2 years

+ 3 years

+ 4 years

+ 5 years

+ 6 years

+ 7 years

+ 8 years

+ 9 years

+ 10 years

+ Over 10 years

+ * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Certifications and Licenses

Optional Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

+ Unofficial Transcripts

+ Reference Letter 1

+ Reference Letter 2

+ Reference Letter 3

+ Training Certificates

+ Other Document

+ List of 3 References

+ Unofficial Transcripts 2

+ Unofficial Transcripts 3

+ Letter of Interest

+ Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

+ Additional Document