Physical Therapy Aide

Professional Physical Therapy; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrue sick time based on Massachusetts Sick Leave Law

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Middleborough, Massachusetts is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Aide to support licensed therapists and engage with patients on their healing journeys. Responsibilities include setting up treatment areas, assisting patients, and maintaining cleanliness. A high school diploma and strong communication skills are required. This part-time role allows students to gain experience that can help in PT school applications, with benefits including sick time accrual under Massachusetts law.

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.

Responsibilities

• Setting up treatment areas and ensuring everything is ready.
• Monitoring and adjusting equipment to support patient needs.
• Helping patients get comfortably situated during visits.
• Keeping treatment areas clean and organized.
• Preparing hot and cold packs for therapy.
• Pitching in with laundry and cleaning duties.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Physical stamina

HIPAA/OSHA

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.

Responsibilities

• 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!

Benefits

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