UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital·Alachua County, Florida
The Therapy Aide performs patient-related tasks including lifting, positioning, and transporting patients to and from therapy sessions. They assist therapists with treatment activities and prepare necessary equipment and orthotic devices.
Overview UF Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Gainesville Affiliation with Select Medical Position: Therapy AideLocation: Gainesville, FLSchedule: Full-time M-F (7:30-4pm shift or 8:15-4:45pm shift) Compensation: $17.00/hr. to $20.73.hr. Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. At our company, we support your career growth and personal well-being. Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO and Paid Sick Time for full-time team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, employee assistance program (EAP), and dental plan offerings for full-time team members Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full-time team members Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
Performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist Lifts patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs and other equipment appropriate to the facility/department. Assists patients with transfer activities to all surfaces. Assists patients in donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department. Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with appropriate orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment. Transports patients to/from therapy as needed. Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities as appropriate and providing equipment. Assist with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice
High school graduate or equivalent required Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required
One or more years of hospital experience as a therapy aide preferred Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must be a high school graduate or equivalent and hold or obtain a BLS certification within 90 days. Prior hospital experience as a therapy aide is preferred.
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Market context
In Florida, full-time Therapy Aide openings are often driven by steady patient-care staffing needs in hospitals and rehabilitation settings. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with prior hospital experience and require a high school diploma or equivalent plus BLS certification within 90 days. Before applying, confirm your BLS status and note any hands-on patient support experience; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster.