Physical Therapy Aide (Seasonal Summer Aide- per diem Floater)

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy•Smithtown, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company offering Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, Massage, and Acupuncture services. They are driven by a mission to continually invest in their people and provide the best workplace environment. The company has immediate openings for Physical Therapist Aides and is looking for individuals passionate about making a difference, eager to grow their career, and committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. This role is a seasonal summer aide, per diem floater position for Suffolk county, requiring willingness and ability to travel to any of the clinics in the county.

Requirements

Must be able to cover 15-20 minutes from your home office (implying travel radius).
Responsible for your transportation to and from work including any coverage shifts you accept.
Knowledge of Anatomy & Kinesiology.
Knowledge of the equipment used in therapy work.
Knowledge of the behavior and needs of patients.
Knowledge of proper strengthening techniques.
Knowledge of the use of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices.
Ability to successfully complete in-service training.
Ability to observe, evaluate, and record conditions, reactions, and changes in patients' physical condition.
Ability to maintain appropriate attitude and conduct necessary to the welfare of patients.
Ability to create and maintain records and write brief reports.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, completing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
Ability to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals.

Responsibilities

Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under the supervision of a Doctor of Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy.
Help treat patients by preparing heat and ice packs; paraffin dips; assisting patients to the pool; guiding patients to exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking patient physical exertion levels; guiding patients through prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
Ensure operation of treatment equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instruction; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Educate patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
Prepare patients for therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing, and/or assisting patients into therapy sessions.
Provide information to patients by answering questions and requests; allaying fears.
Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Provide equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to the treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patients on equipment.
Prepare the treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
Answer calls from physician offices, hospitals, and patients using exemplary customer service skills.
Maintain physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Provide front desk coverage as needed; this includes answering calls from physician offices, hospitals and patients, and assisting with scheduling.
Perform other front desk duties and assignments as required.