Meritus Health·Washington County, Maryland
The Rehab Aide provides direct and indirect support to therapists and nurses in inpatient and outpatient settings. Key duties include assisting with therapeutic activities, maintaining treatment areas, and performing clerical tasks.
Meritus health is seeking a dedicated rehab aide to join our total rehab care team. This role is ideal for a compassionate, hands‑on caregiver who thrives in a fast‑paced clinical environment and enjoys supporting patients of all ages through their rehabilitation journey.
The rehab aide is a multi‑skilled healthcare support professional who assists licensed occupational, physical, and speech‑language pathologists, as well as registered nurses, in providing high‑quality patient care. This role includes both direct and indirect patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
“The Rehab Aide is a multi-skilled worker who provides a wide range of patient care activities which support nursing and rehabilitative services.”
Key responsibilities
Direct patient care (10%) support therapists, therapy assistants, and nurses in delivering hands‑on care.
Assist with treatment activities (60%) prepare, organize, and maintain treatment areas; assist with therapeutic activities under supervision.
Documentation (10%) complete accurate written documentation of care provided.
Clerical support (5%) assist with inventory tracking, ordering, billing, scheduling, and departmental data reports.
Reception duties (5%) answer phones, retrieve messages, and direct callers appropriately.
Equipment operation & safety (10%) safely operate patient‑care equipment and perform routine safety checks.
Caring for our team we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-Being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-Term disability coverage. Paid time off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
At meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-Driven closures, and are always happy to help.
A high school diploma and BLS/CPR certification are required, with a preference for CNA certification. Candidates should have at least one year of patient care experience and the physical ability to lift patients.
Market context
Support-services roles in Maryland are often in steady demand in hospitals and care settings because they keep daily operations and patient support running. These positions can be competitive when employers want current CNA licensure, BLS certification, and acute-care experience, along with benefits such as PTO and insurance coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Maryland CNA status and AHA BLS details before applying.
