Physical Therapy Aide
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Aide supports Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants with the planning and implementation of patient care, as well as administrative tasks. Patient-care assistance is provided according to a Physical Therapist’s order after a total assessment and written evaluation appropriate to the patient’s needs and medical condition. The aide follows company policies and procedures and supports the clinic’s commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement. Care is provided to patients across age groups, including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. The role requires a one-year commitment. The position is full-time, with a schedule of Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Tuesday, Thursday, and a day written as “TUTHUR” in the posting from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. There are no weekend shifts. The aide works with Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, and other patient-service departments in a collaborative orthopedic practice.
Requirements
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
- A one-year commitment is required.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, kinesiology, or a related field preferred but not required.
- Experience in a prior physical therapy clinic is helpful.
Responsibilities
- Use collaborative working relationships to support the safe and efficient delivery of patient care.
- Interact frequently with all patient-service departments.
- Provide patient care and respond to patients’ requests for assistance; build rapport, schedule treatments, and assist in establishing plans of care and treatment goals.
- Assist with patient preparation, transfers, transport, and positioning before treatment, and provide assistance during and after treatment as needed.
- Perform selective treatment procedures within the aide’s abilities; make recommendations to patients, assess their abilities and limitations, and document and communicate this information to the Physical Therapist.
- Set up and take down physical therapy equipment for treatment sessions, manage inventory, and care for and maintain equipment.
- Communicate effectively with patients and family members, respond to questions and concerns, deliver information, and support patient satisfaction.
- Keep the work area neat and orderly.
- Comply with HIPAA procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Healthcare plan options: PPO, HDHP, and Surest, with a $100/month tobacco-free discount.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with annual employer contributions.
- HSA/FSA.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Life and AD&D coverage.
- Legal assistance.
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Up to two weeks of starting PTO, increasing with tenure.
- Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
