Physical Therapy Aide | South Portland, ME | Full-Time
About The Position
This role involves performing designated routine tasks related to the operation of physical rehabilitation services. The Physical Therapy Aide will assist with patient-related activities as directed by Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers, and will be responsible for completing daily and monthly statistics. Key duties include maintaining inventory, ensuring a clean and organized treatment environment, and preparing treatment areas and equipment prior to patient sessions. The aide will support therapists during treatments, escort patients, prepare hot and cold packs, and clean treatment tables and equipment. Additionally, the role requires providing patient support throughout their recovery process, performing clerical tasks, and maintaining strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA guidelines and InterMed policies. The position also involves performing other duties to support the mission, vision, and values of InterMed, which focuses on patient-centered primary care, high-quality, high-value care, and exceeding patient expectations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Demonstrates effective communication methods either, written, verbal, non-verbal or electronic
- Listens to and acknowledges the concerns of patients and peers
- Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and other health care providers
- Makes effective decisions that reflect clear and logical thinking
- Demonstrates flexibility in examining new approaches in response to changing organizational objectives
- Identifies and works proactively to solve problems
- Prioritizes work activity based on department demands to complete assignments within designated timeframes
- Demonstrates behavior that protects the safety of self/others of the department and equipment
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree in exercise science or related field preferred
- 1 year of clinical experience preferred
- Continued education appropriate to the position to maintain a competent level of practice
Responsibilities
- Performs designated routine tasks related to the operation of physical rehabilitation services
- Assists with patient-related activities as directed by Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers
- Responsible for completing daily and monthly stats
- Responsible for maintaining inventory and maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment
- Assist with setting up equipment and preparing treatment areas prior to patient sessions
- Support therapists during treatment by monitoring equipment and providing assistance as needed
- Escort patients during their visits and ensure their comfort
- Prepare hot and cold packs for treatment
- Clean and maintain treatment tables and other equipment
- Provide patients with support throughout their recovery process
- Performs clerical tasks as assigned
- Maintains strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines and InterMed policies.
- Perform other duties to support the mission, vision and values of InterMed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
