Physical Therapist Intern

Froedtert South, Inc.; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Pleasant Prairie is seeking a Physical Therapist Intern to assist physical therapists in patient treatments and prepare necessary equipment. The role requires high school education with specialized training and enrollment in an APTA accredited physical therapy program. Candidates will engage in hands-on training sessions and provide support in patient rehabilitation. This position is ideal for those looking to gain practical experience in a clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a college or university setting or pursuing credits for application to an APTA accredited physical therapy program.
• Must have completed at least one clinical rotation over four weeks.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the patient and equipment for treatments.
• Assists the physical therapist in patient treatments including therapeutic exercise and modalities.
• Communicates appropriately with staff members.

Skills

Previous hospital, clinical or nursing home experience

On-the-job training

Ability to assist with patient treatments

Education

High School plus specialized training

Enrolled in APTA accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Physical Therapist Intern

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direct supervision of the physical therapist, readies the patients for treatments, obtains supplies and materials, and assists in the maintenance of the department. Carries out other basic department functions that do not require the experience of a qualified therapist.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

High School plus specialized training (6 months-2 years)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

1 to 3 years

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Level 1
  • Previous hospital, clinical or nursing home experience is preferred.
  • One (1) to three (3) months of on-the-job training.
  • Must complete forty (40) hours of Student Physical Therapist Intern Level I duties and all Level I orientation and competencies.
• Level 2
  • Must be enrolled in a college or university setting or pursuing credits for application to an APTA accredited physical therapy program.
• Level 3
  • Must be enrolled in an APTA accredited physical therapy program.
  • Must have completed first clinical experience (0-4 weeks), but not yet completed a 6-10 week clinical rotation.
• Level 4
  • Must be enrolled in an APTA accredited physical therapy program.
  • Must have completed at least one clinical rotation over four weeks.
  • Student physical therapy student in their second to last or last clinical rotation.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Prepares the patient and equipment for treatments.
• Assists the physical therapist in patient treatments including therapeutic exercise and modalities following completion of all competencies.
• Assists the physical therapist in patient treatments using the appropriate safety measures including transferring patients to and from the mats, tables and exercise equipment.
• Assists the physical therapist in Rehabilitation Programs including patient orientation to exercise equipment in the Lifestyle and Fitness Center in the Cancer Exercise Program.
• Communicates appropriately with staff members.