Physical Therapy Aide

Professional Physical Therapy; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible to accrue sick time

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Watertown is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Aide to support licensed therapists and enhance patient care. Responsibilities include setting up treatment areas, assisting patients, and maintaining a hygienic environment. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and be detail-oriented. This part-time role also allows students to satisfy application requirements for physical therapy school. Join a supportive team committed to making a positive impact on patients' lives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication skills to interact warmly with patients and team members.
• Great organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to juggle various tasks in a busy setting.
• Physical stamina for tasks that might involve lifting and staying active throughout the day.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and OSHA regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up treatment areas and ensure readiness for therapy sessions.
• Monitor and adjust equipment as needed to support patient needs.
• Assist patients in getting comfortably situated during visits.
• Keep treatment areas clean and organized for safety.
• Prepare hot and cold packs for therapy.
• Help with laundry and cleaning duties as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to multitask

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join our amazing team at Professional Physical Therapy, where we are dedicated to providing top-notch care for our patients! We’re on the lookout for a friendly and compassionate Physical Therapy Aide to help our licensed therapists and make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Our focus is the patient experience!

As a Physical Therapy Aide, you will not only support our team but also engage with our wonderful patients, assisting them on their healing journey. We're all about teamwork, positivity, and creating a welcoming environment.

This is a great opportunity for students looking to apply to PT school. Hours may help satisfy application requirements.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Setting up treatment areas and ensuring everything is ready for therapy sessions.
• Monitoring and adjusting equipment as needed to support patient needs.
• Helping patients get comfortably situated during their visits and providing any necessary assistance.
• Keeping our treatment areas clean and organized, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment.
• Preparing hot and cold packs for therapy, because we care about our patients’ comfort!
• Pitching in with laundry and cleaning duties as needed.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication skills to interact warmly with patients and team members.
• Great organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• The ability to juggle various tasks in a busy setting.
• Physical stamina for tasks that might involve lifting and staying active throughout the day.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and OSHA regulations is a plus to keep us compliant.

Come be a part of a supportive team and help us make a positive impact in our patients' lives!

Part time employees are eligible to accrue sick time based on the Massachusetts Sick Leave Law