Aide

PHOENIX PHYSICAL THERAPY; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

PHOENIX PHYSICAL THERAPY in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Part-Time Physical Therapy Aide to assist the physical therapy staff with routine tasks. Responsibilities include preparing treatment areas, assisting patients with mobility to treatment zones, and handling administrative duties in a healthcare setting.

The role emphasizes detail orientation, customer service, and ability to follow directions, with a focus on maintaining safety and sanitation in therapy spaces.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Previous experience in a healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for treatment and sets up equipment.
• Assists patients with limited mobility to treatment areas.
• Maintains inventory and cleanliness of therapy rooms and equipment.
• Monitors and enforces safety and sanitation standards.
• Performs miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer orientation

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current CPR certification

Tools

Healthcare environment familiarity

Job description

Job Details

Location: Norfolk VA - Norfolk, VA 23518

Position Type: Casual Part Time

Job Category: Health Care

POSITION SUMMARY

The Physical Therapy Aide assists the physical therapy staff with routine operational tasks. Help prepare treatment equipment and rooms, assist patients with limited mobility to reach treatment areas, and perform administrative duties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs everyday activities such as preparing patients for treatment, setting up equipment, changing linens, and cleaning therapy rooms/equipment.
• Provides patients with information regarding treatments and evaluations.
• Monitors and maintains inventory for physical therapy supplies.
• Ensures that treatment rooms and open gym space adhere to appropriate safety and sanitation requirements.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education / Training

• High school education or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification
• Previous experience in a healthcare environment preferred.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills

• Detail-oriented.
• Customer/client orientation.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

• Varied activities including sitting, walking, squatting, stooping, lifting, bending, reaching.
• Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and to lift 100 pounds.

Phoenix Physical Therapy is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.