Physical Therapy Aide

Town Physical Therapy; Emerson (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Town Physical Therapy in New Jersey is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide to support therapists and help patients through rehabilitation. You will assist with exercises, set up equipment, and monitor progress in an in-person clinical setting.

The role offers hands-on experience in outpatient care, with flexible shifts including day and evening times; full-time or part-time positions are available and a competitive hourly rate of $15.92–$16.50.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in healthcare settings.
• Knowledge of physiology and anatomy.
• Familiarity with outpatient or acute care settings.
• Understanding of orthopedic and geriatric patient care.
• Strong patient service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients.
• Assist patients with exercises and activities as directed by the therapist.
• Set up equipment and prepare treatment areas for therapy sessions.
• Monitor and report patient progress to the therapist.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of therapy areas.

Skills

Caring attitude

Geriatric patient care

Physiology knowledge

Outpatient or hospital medicine

Quality patient care

Job description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist physical therapists in providing care to patients, ensuring a smooth and efficient rehabilitation process.

Duties:

• Support physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients.
• Assist patients with exercises and activities as directed by the therapist.
• Set up equipment and prepare treatment areas for therapy sessions.
• Monitor and report patient progress to the therapist.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of therapy areas.

Experience:

• Experience or interest in working with patients in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of physiology and anatomy.
• Familiarity with outpatient or acute care settings.
• Understanding of orthopedic and geriatric patient care.
• Strong patient service skills.

Skills:

• Caring attitude towards patients' well-being.
• Ability to work effectively with geriatric patients.
• Knowledge of physiology to assist in therapy procedures.
• Experience in outpatient or hospital medicine settings.
• Proficiency in providing quality patient care.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of physical therapy.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.92 - $16.50 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Work Location: In person