Therapy Aide - Float

SSM Health Physical Therapy • MO

96d • $18

About The Position

SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services! With a network of more than 80 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the St. Louis Metro area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand and work-related injuries. Our team of more than 700 physical, occupational and speech therapists, along with our patient service specialists, focus on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service.

Requirements

• Direct patient care experience required.
• Current State Driver’s License in good standing required: Acquisition of a Class B license allowing for the operation of a bus is required within three months of employment.
• Minimum of one year of work experience as a driver required.
• High school graduate or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

• Willing to cover any of our 7 Day Institute sites working as a Tech, Driver, and assist Day-room staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist, including but not limited to lifting patients to/from mats, treatment and tilt tables, wheelchairs and other equipment appropriate to the facility/department.
• Assists patients with transfer activities to all surfaces.
• Assists patients in donning/doffing all appliances specific to the facility/department.
• Positions patients in parallel bars and prepares patients for standing with appropriate orthotic/prosthetic devices and equipment.
• Transports patients to/from therapy as needed.
• Assists therapist with other patient related treatment activities as appropriate and providing equipment.
• Assists with patient related activities including equipment set-up and patient positioning in preparation for therapy session as outlined in the State Practice Act.
• Maintains the department and department equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Benefits

• $18.00/hr starting pay based on experience.
• Full Time - Set Schedule! Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees