Physical Therapist Aide Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or higher.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds.
• Physical ability to assist patients with mobility restraints.
• Computer skills, including Word, email, and internet.
• Positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Background in Kinesiology.

Responsibilities

• Use professional etiquette at all times.
• Assist the Director with miscellaneous tasks and projects.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Keep patient treatment areas neat and sterile and maintain a sufficient supply of clean linens.
• Greet patients and escort them to the appropriate treatment or exercise area.
• Assist physical therapists with patient history and intake information when necessary.
• Assist therapists with applying procedures and modalities as directed.
• Demonstrate, educate, and monitor patients through their exercise programs.
• Document patient charts as necessary and as instructed by the therapist.
• Make sure patients are comfortable and answer questions when necessary.
• Back up front-office staff by answering phones and making appointments during lunch hours or busy periods.
• Assist physical therapists with chart maintenance and timely patient flow.
• Maintain back-office supplies, including linens, cleaning supplies, and procedure and modality supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Profit-sharing plan, with eligible team members automatically enrolled.
• Eligible employees receive company shares at no cost; the company is 100% employee-owned.
• Option to open a 401(k) account and contribute pre-tax dollars through payroll deduction, with a broad range of investment choices.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible full-time employees; the employer covers $325 per month of the cost.
• Employer-paid life insurance for eligible employees.
• Paid time off: 15 days per year for the first two years, 20 days per year beginning in the third year, and 25 days per year after 10 years.
• Selected paid holidays.