Rehab Therapy Aide - Occupational Therapy Inpatient

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Closing Date:

09/11/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | MUSL Occupational Therapy Inpatient

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Rehab Therapy Aide assists licensed therapists with patient care by preparing patient/supplies/equipment, assists during therapy session, and with post-procedure clean up. Maintains inventory & monitors department equipment. Performs clerical duties. Assists with therapist assignments in the EHR, charge reconciliation, & answering phones.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED plus  1 year patient care, administrative, customer service or related experience

• Once hired, must be fitted for, capable of donning & performing routine tasks in PPE to include N95 mask, PAPR, or CAPR.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a Rehab Therapy Aide

• Experience in an acute care setting

• 2 years computer experience

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Promptly assists therapists with patient care procedures by preparing patient/supplies/equipment, competently assisting during treatment, performing exercises programs established by licensed personnel if applicable, and performing post-procedure clean up.

• Maintains clinic inventory, ensuring that supplies, educational materials, forms, etc. are stocked sufficiently at all times.

• Performs clerical duties such as charge reconciliation, order management, and statistics/data entry, and assigning therapists in the EHR if applicable,

• Performs routine clinic maintenance according to department guidelines and Maintenance Log, ensuring that items on log are completed promptly and clinic/treatment areas are neat/orderly.

• Adheres to UAMS/Department policy for attendance; reports for all scheduled shifts on time and completes shift duties.

• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, N/A, Reaching, Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes