Therapy Aide

Select Medical Rehabilitation - Miami Lakes·Miami-Dade County, Florida

$22 - $22/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Therapy Aide · $22 - $22/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

At the median vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Miami-Dade County, Florida ($22.00/hr, n=43)

$0.50/hr · lowesthighest · $92.50/hr

this role: $22.00/hrmedian $22.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 43 posted healthcare roles in Miami-Dade County, Florida rates. This role sits in the 50th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about level with the Miami-Dade County, Florida median for similar positions.

The Therapy Aide assists therapists with patient-related tasks, including lifting, positioning, and transporting patients to and from therapy sessions. They are also responsible for setting up equipment and helping patients with appliances and transfer activities.

Overview Hospital Name

Select
Medical
Rehabilitation -
Miami
LakesPosition:
Therapy
AideLocation:
Housed inside of
Select
Specialty
Hospital -
Miami
Lakes
Schedule:
Per
DiemCompensation: $22 per hour Our Inpatient Rehabilitation unit 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.
Why
Join Us:
Start
Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
Opportunity for
Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
Foster
Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
Your
Impact
Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent required Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required

Preferred Qualifications

One or more years of hospital experience as a therapy aide preferred Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and obtain BLS certification within the first 90 days of employment. One year of hospital experience as a therapy aide is preferred.

high school
Patient care
BLS certification
Patient transport
Patient positioning
Equipment setup
Patient lifting
Rehabilitation support

Benefits

401k
Orientation program

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $22 - $22/hr
Location: Miami-Dade County, Florida
Posted: Jul 28, 2026
Closes: Jul 28, 2027
Application: Employer website

Florida therapy aide roles stay steady

In Florida, therapy aide roles are typically tied to ongoing patient care needs in hospitals and rehab settings, so openings can appear regularly. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with prior hospital experience and a current or soon-to-be-obtained BLS certification. Before applying, confirm your certification timeline and note any hands-on patient support experience; this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time.