Physical Therapy Aide

Colorado In Motion; New Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid sick leave

Wellness program

Childcare discount 10%

Training and career development

Network partnerships

Job summary

ACCESS PT, a member of the Confluent Health family, is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to join our New Fairfield, CT team. The role supports therapists by preparing treatment spaces and assisting with patient mobility.

Qualifications include a high school diploma; you will work under supervision to prepare equipment and materials, sanitize rooms, and communicate with patients and the health care team. Competitive hourly wage starts at $17/hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sanitize treatment room for the patients
• Understand the uses of stationary bikes, pulley systems, exercise/medicine balls, plyometric boxes, rebounder, weight equipment, mobilization tables and benches, progressive resistive exercises as designed by the Physical Therapist
• Prepare equipment such as hydrotherapy tanks, paraffin bath, and hot packs
• Remove and replace braces, splints, and slings from patient bodies before and after treatment
• Assist physical therapy assistant and/or physical therapist to support patient during ambulation and gait training.
• Communicate effectively with patients/clients, the public and all members of the healthcare team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

ACCESS PT, a member of the Confluent Health family,is currently looking for aPhysical Therapy Aide to join our New Fairfield, CTteam!

How ACCESS PT supports you:

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - 100% match after 1 year (up to 4%)
• Paid sick leave (varies by state)
• Wellness Program Access
• 10% childcare tuition discount at Kindercare Childcare Centers
• Training and career development
• Network partnerships with top health systems in the region

Job Position:Physical Therapy Aide

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sanitize treatment room for the patients
• Understand the uses of stationary bikes, pulley systems, exercise/medicine balls, plyometric boxes,rebounder, weight equipment, mobilization tables and benches, progressive resistive exercises asdesigned by the Physical Therapist
• Prepare equipment such as hydrotherapy tanks, paraffin bath, and hot packs
• Remove and replace braces, splints, and slings from patient bodies before and after treatment
• Assist physical therapy assistant and/or physical therapist to support patient during ambulation and gait training.
• Communicate effectively with patients/clients, the public and all members of the healthcare team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required

EOE

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Salary Description: $17.00/hour, based on experience