Therapy Aide - PRN
About The Position
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Therapy aide will assist in PT, OT, and chiropractor with various duties around the clinic. Will assist and keep department running smoothly between patients. Will help stock rooms and clean rooms. Supports Physical and Occupational therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient equipment and materials, and performs procedures as directed by and under the supervision of a physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, occupational therapist, or occupational therapy assistant. Assists in the delivery of therapy services for patients/residents/clients suffering from illness, injury, or developmental impairments, under supervision of and as directed by the licensed Therapist as appropriate. Prepares equipment and materials for treatment; assists patients/residents/clients and provides encouragement to make sure that they correctly perform treatments. As needed, performs other related duties as requested that serve to support the operations of the therapy department, such as cleaning, clerical duties, assisting patients with care needs, and assisting patients to/from the therapy department.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development Diploma (GED) required.
- On-the-job training will be provided.
- Must be physically capable of assisting with patient transfers, activities of daily living, and gait training as directed by a licensed therapist.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 6 months of employment.
Responsibilities
- Assist in PT, OT, and chiropractor with various duties around the clinic.
- Assist and keep department running smoothly between patients.
- Help stock rooms and clean rooms.
- Prepare treatment area, patient equipment and materials.
- Perform procedures as directed by and under the supervision of a physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, occupational therapist, or occupational therapy assistant.
- Assist in the delivery of therapy services for patients/residents/clients suffering from illness, injury, or developmental impairments, under supervision of and as directed by the licensed Therapist as appropriate.
- Prepare equipment and materials for treatment.
- Assist patients/residents/clients and provide encouragement to make sure that they correctly perform treatments.
- Perform other related duties as requested that serve to support the operations of the therapy department, such as cleaning, clerical duties, assisting patients with care needs, and assisting patients to/from the therapy department.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
