Pediatric Therapy Aide - Hands-On Support & Growth

Blythedale Children's Hospital; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Retirement plans

Safe work environment

Job summary

Blythedale Children's Hospital in Westchester County, NY seeks a Therapy Aide to support the therapy team by escorting patients, transferring them on and off equipment, and assisting with patient programs under supervision.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, English proficiency, and the ability to lift and assist with patients. Experience working with children is preferred. The department emphasizes safety, retention, and collaborative care.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak and write in English proficiently to perform job duties and documentation.
• Ability to follow directions from professional staff.
• Good physical health and ability to perform heavy-duty work.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients and transfer them on and off equipment.
• Assist with patient programs under supervision.
• Maintain department upkeep and inventory of supplies.
• Demonstrate competency in Meditech EMR and document appropriately.
• Transport patients to and from designated locations.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Blythedale Children's Hospital in Westchester County, NY seeks a Therapy Aide to support the therapy team by escorting patients, transferring them on and off equipment, and assisting with patient programs under supervision.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, English proficiency, and the ability to lift and assist with patients. Experience working with children is preferred. The department emphasizes safety, retention, and collaborative care.