About the role
Pay: $17.55 to $18.07 per hour
Description
* NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED * EXCELLENT BENEFITS * ENROLL in Aetna Health Insurance 1st of the month AFTER start date - STARTING AT
NO
COST * JUMPSTART YOUR HEALTHCARE CAREER *
Unit Assistant Summary
Full Time; 35 hours a week
Every Other Weekend Rotation Required
Day Shift 7am-3pm & Evening 3-11pm
Amazing opportunity to work as a Unit Assistant in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a
*TOP RATED*
Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain.
Unit Assistant is responsible for assisting with meal service, passing and collecting of trays and monitors day room while engaging with residents, assisting with activities when needed
Informs the Nurse or CNA of any resident needs (i.e. the need to use the rest room) or of any changes noted in resident’s condition
Performs resident transport, distributes meal trays and sets up meal in front of the resident assigned by Charge Nurse /Supervisor
Transport residents to designated dining area for meals and assist seating at appropriate table. Assist with handwashing, distribute beverages, transport residents to designated dining area for meals.
Assist residents with obtaining meal or snack alternates, opening containers, etc.
Assist with transport to/from programs back to units to assist activity staff with
Supervise residents in patio area during nice weather and monitor assigned Community Room and assist residents as needed
Tidy up resident’s rooms, linen closets, and make bed
Additional duties may be assigned by nursing administration
Requirements
Some High School Required
Excellent written and verbal communication and organization skills
Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible
Must be a team player and willing to help where/when needed.
Must have a sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and disabled.
Ability to build rapport with patients/residents
Compassionate and caring demeanor
Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills and eagerness to help
Healthcare industry working experience preferred, not required
Previous experience with geriatric/short term rehabilitation/Alzheimer’s patients is desirable
Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but
NOT MANDATED
; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all!
We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 914.277.3691 and asking to speak to the HR Department or email us at HR@wvshrehab.com.
*Disclaimer:
This is a general job summary for advertisement purposes only. A full comprehensive job description can be provided upon request or during the hiring process.