About the role#
Jefferson is hiring a Rehab Extern to support our rehabilitation staff in Philadelphia. This is a full-time, temporary position that provides hands-on exposure to clinical therapy environments. You will work under the supervision of licensed therapists to learn and implement care techniques while supporting daily operations.
What you'll do#
- Prepare patients and equipment for physical therapy sessions and treatments.
- Assist staff with patient mobility, transfers, exercise programs, and functional activities.
- Provide personal care for patients as needed.
- Maintain the clinical environment by cleaning and storing equipment.
- Handle clerical and clinical maintenance tasks to keep the program running smoothly.
- Observe and learn therapy techniques to build your clinical skills.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma.
- Prior volunteer experience in a hospital or clinical setting is preferred.
- Interest in fields such as Health Administration or Kinesiology.
- Ability to follow hospital safety and infection control policies.
Location & details#
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time, 36 hours per week.
- Term: Rolling.
About Jefferson
Jefferson operates as a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The system includes 33 hospital campuses and provides healthcare services across the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey. It also functions as an educational institution with 10 colleges and three schools offering over 200 academic programs. The organization serves 360,000 health plan members and employs more than 65,000 people.
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