Flexible Physical Therapy Aide & Scribe (Float)

Metro-Physical-; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, life, and long-term /

Job summary

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is hiring Physical Therapist Aides to join the team as floaters, providing coverage across Central and Eastern Long Island. Your clinic location will vary based on staffing needs and scheduling demands to support patient care throughout the region.

Join a growing organization with state-of-the-art facilities, experienced staff, and a collaborative team. Per diem/part-time/full-time options available; this role offers competitive compensation and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Anatomy & Kinesiology.
• Knowledge of the equipment used in therapy work.
• Knowledge of the behavior and needs of patients.
• Knowledge of proper strengthening techniques.
• Knowledge of the use of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices.
• Ability to observe, evaluate, and record conditions, reactions, and changes.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under supervision of a Doctor of Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy.
• Help treat patients by preparing heat and ice packs, paraffin dips, assisting patients to the pool, guiding patients through prescribed exercises.
• Ensure operation of treatment equipment by performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Educate patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercises.
• Prepare patients for therapy by welcoming and assisting them into sessions.
• Provide information to patients and answer questions.

Skills

Anatomy & Kinesiology

Therapy equipment knowledge

Patient interaction

Strengthening techniques

Behavior management

Observation & reporting

Communication

Tools

Therapy equipment

Job description

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is hiring Physical Therapist Aides to join the team as floaters, providing coverage across Central and Eastern Long Island. Your clinic location will vary based on staffing needs and scheduling demands to support patient care throughout the region.

Join a growing organization with state-of-the-art facilities, experienced staff, and a collaborative team. Per diem/part-time/full-time options available; this role offers competitive compensation and opportunities to