Bilingual Physical Therapy Aide - Patient Care

Town Physical Therapy; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Town Physical Therapy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide to join our Newark, NJ team. The role involves assisting therapists to provide patient care, ensuring a smooth rehabilitation process, and maintaining clinical areas.

Key requirements include Spanish language proficiency and availability on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am to 7pm. This in-person position offers hands-on experience in a healthcare setting with opportunities to learn and grow in physical therapy.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in working with patients in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of physiology and anatomy.
• Familiarity with outpatient or acute care settings.
• Understanding of orthopedic and geriatric patient care.
• Strong patient service skills.

Responsibilities

• Support therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients.
• Assist patients with exercises and activities as directed by the therapist.
• Set up equipment and prepare treatment areas for therapy sessions.
• Monitor and report patient progress to the therapist.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of therapy areas.

Skills

Caring attitude

Geriatric care

Physiology knowledge

Outpatient or hospital medicine

Patient care quality

Job description

Town Physical Therapy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide to join our Newark, NJ team. The role involves assisting therapists to provide patient care, ensuring a smooth rehabilitation process, and maintaining clinical areas.

Key requirements include Spanish language proficiency and availability on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am to 7pm. This in-person position offers hands-on experience in a healthcare setting with opportunities to learn and grow in physical therapy.