Physical Therapy Clinical Aide

Summit Health CityMD•Purchase, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on clinical experience where you’ll work side-by-side with licensed Physical/Occupational Therapists, gain real patient care exposure, and build a strong foundation for PT/OT school or other healthcare careers. The company is a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. They are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Requirements

High school diploma required
Strong verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Associates/Bachelor's Degree preferred
BLS Certification preferred
Experience as a physical therapy aide in an orthopedic or chiropractic setting, preferred
Technical skills- knowledge of exercise and modality equipment used in a PT setting, preferred

Responsibilities

Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment
Instruct, motivate, safeguard and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities, under direction of medical staff
Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment, apply and remove hot/cold packs, and remove patient from modalities
Change linens, such as towels and pillow cases
Arrange treatment supplies to keep them in order