Physical Therapy Aide

Performance Optimal Health; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Optimal Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support therapists in delivering compassionate rehabilitation services. You will help set up treatment areas, assist with exercises, and document patient progress in a welcoming clinic environment.

This role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and a willingness to lift and move patients. A high school diploma and eligibility to work in the United States are required; prior healthcare exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Interest in pursuing a career in physical therapy or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.
• Commitment to providing compassionate care.
• Willingness to perform physical tasks, such as lifting and assisting patients.
• Fun atmosphere.
• Ability to learn from a qualified pool of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and cleaning treatment areas and equipment to ensure a safe and organized environment.
• Helping patients with exercises and movement therapies, offering motivation and guidance.
• Observing and documenting patient progress and reporting findings to the physical therapists.
• Assisting with administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
• Maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and providing outstanding customer service to patients and their families.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Medical terminology

Patient handling / lifting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Performance Optimal Health is excited to announce an opening for a Physical Therapy Aide. In this vital role, you will assist physical therapists in providing exceptional care to our clients, fostering an environment that promotes healing and rehabilitation.

As a Physical Therapy Aide, your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and cleaning treatment areas and equipment to ensure a safe and organized environment
• Helping patients with exercises and movement therapies, offering motivation and guidance
• Observing and documenting patient progress and reporting findings to the physical therapists
• Assisting with administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments and managing patient records
• Maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and providing outstanding customer service to patients and their families

This position is perfect for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in the field of physical therapy or those with aspirations in healthcare professions.

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Interest in pursuing a career in physical therapy or related field

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology is a plus

• Commitment to providing compassionate care

• Willingness to perform physical tasks, such as lifting and assisting patients

• Fun atmosphere.

  • Ability to learn from a qualified pool of professionals.

• This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Must have a legal right to work in the United States.