Pediatric Therapy Aide- Part Time or PRN

SSM Health Physical Therapy; Ferguson (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

SSM Health Physical Therapy - Outpatient position in Ferguson, MO is seeking a Therapy Aide/Rehab Aide- PS Kids- West Florissant. This part-time or PRN role starts at $18.00/hr and supports therapists with patient activities, equipment prep and clinic upkeep.

The role is ideal for students in medical-related fields; experience in a physical therapy setting is preferred. The clinic network includes 80+ outpatient centers in the St. Louis area and emphasizes exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college experience in related healthcare field preferred.
• Prior experience in a physical therapy setting preferred.
• Enrollment in PT/OT/ST program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists with patient activities and clerical duties as directed.
• Prepare equipment and maintain cleanliness of the clinic space.
• Greet patients, confirm appointments, and support front office tasks as needed.
• Support daily patient activities in accordance with practice Acts.

Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college experience in related healthcare field

Prior experience in physical therapy setting

Pursuing PT/OT/ST program

Job description

SSM Health Physical Therapy - Outpatient
Therapy Aide/Rehab Aide- PS Kids- West Florissant, MO
Part-time or PRN
This position starts at $18.00 /hr (Based on experience)

Overview

As a rehab therapy aide, you will assist the therapists in the clinic with appropriate activities, prepare equipment, and maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the physical clinic space for daily patient activities. This is an ideal position for students getting their education in a medical-related field. SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services! With a network of more than 80 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the St. Louis Metro area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand and work-related injuries. Our team of more than 700 physical, occupational, and speech therapists, along with our patient service specialists, focuses on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service.

Therapy Aide performs patient related tasks assigned by therapist, including but not limited to:

• Performs all duties in accordance with the rules and regulations regarding non-licensed personnel as outlined in the Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy Practice Acts.
• Assists therapist or front office staff with clerical duties including handling phone calls and inquiries, greeting and directing patients, confirmation of appointments, mailing tasks, filing and other duties as requested
• Maintains the department and department equipment in a clean and orderly condition, including cleaning tables, equipment, assisting with laundry and maintaining supplies.
• Performs other duties as requested

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Some college experience in related healthcare field preferred
• Prior experience working within a physical therapy setting is preferred
• Prefer candidate to be enrolled in PT/OT/ST program