Physical Therapy Aide

University of Vermont Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center in Elizabethtown, NY is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Aide to support the physical therapy service. You will help set up patients for therapy and assist the therapist in carrying out treatment programs, enabling smooth daily operations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and Nurses Aide certification, with the ability to follow complex directions, strength for assisting patients, and empathetic communication with patients and

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as Nurses Aide required.
• Must follow complex directions.
• Must have physical strength to assist patients.
• Must communicate empathetically with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physical therapist in setting up patients for therapy.
• Help carry out treatment programs under supervision.
• Perform routine tasks to support the operation of the physical therapy service.

Skills

Nurses Aide certification

High school diploma

Follow complex directions

Physical strength

Empathetic communication

Education

Nurses Aide certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Physical Therapy AideApplylocations: Elizabethtown, NYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: R0089234Building Name: ECH - Elizabethtown Community HospitalLocation Address: 75 Park Street, Elizabethtown New YorkRegularDepartment: ECH - Physical TherapyFull TimeStandard Hours: 40Biweekly Scheduled Hours:Shift: VariablePrimary Shift: -Weekend Needs: NoneSalary Range: Min $21.26 Mid $26.58 Max $31.89Recruiter: Aaron DucatteThe Physical Therapy Aide performs designated routine tasks to the operation of the physical therapy service and may assist the physical therapist in setting up patient for therapy and/or assisting the therapist in carrying out treatment program.**Qualifications / Job Requirements:*** Possesses either a high school diploma or equivalency.* Certification as Nurses Aide required.* Must demonstrate ability to follow complex directions.* Must have physical strength sufficient to assist patients in completion of rehabilitative therapies such as weight transfer, gait training, etc.* Must have ability to communicate with patients and family members in empathetic fashion in support of rehabilitative goals.