Physical Therapy Aide

US Physical Therapy • Bend, OR

19d • $17 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant, perform select patient care tasks and maintain a clean treatment area. The extent to which an aide performs clerical tasks depends on the needs of the facility.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18-years of age and have a high school diploma
• Personable, energetic, and capable of working with a diverse patient population and in a team environment
• Reliable and professional with the ability to place value on and maintain high quality patient care as number one priority.
• Dress in clinic appropriate attire to convey professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Pre-Physical Therapy coursework or a related field and demonstrating interest in pursuing a career in Allied Health preferred. Equivalent experience or qualifications will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Direct ambulatory patients to-and-from treatment areas (including those patients using wheelchairs). Patients identified as fall-risks will be handled by licensed staff.
• Confer with physical therapy staff for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment.
• Instruct patients performing therapeutic exercises and activities, under direction of therapist staff. Record treatment provided and equipment used.
• Properly fit/position patients on exercise equipment.
• Observe patients during treatment to compile and assess patients’ responses and progress, and report to physical therapist.
• Safely administer treatment modalities including electrical stimulation, Micro Current stimulation, ultrasound, cold laser, and the application of ice and heat packs. Be knowledgeable of the function/purpose of these modalities.
• Assist hand therapist with splint making and administering hand therapy exercises.
• Perform opening / closing duties for the clinic, locking doors and securing the building.
• Responsible for maintaining clinic cleanliness. This includes completing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Maintain clinic equipment and furniture to keep it in good working condition, including performing the assembly and disassembly of equipment and accessories.
• Change linens, such as bed sheets and pillow cases, launder linens and restock rooms.
• Disinfect equipment after treatment.
• Perform basic clerical duties, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms.

Benefits

• Medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k)
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED