Physical Therapy Aide

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a passionate Physical Therapy Aide to join their dynamic outpatient rehab team. This role is crucial in assisting Physical Therapists with patient care and ensuring a clean and orderly environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong customer service orientation and basic computer skills, contributing to a supportive atmosphere for patients and their families. With a commitment to quality care and community health, this position offers the opportunity to grow within a respected organization known for its dedication to patient outcomes and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapists with physical therapy procedures.
• Maintain inventory and department files.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

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Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, (http://phoenix.gov/visitors/index.html) St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.

We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute (https://www.barrowneuro.org/), Norton Thoracic Institute (https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/norton-thoracic-institute), Cancer Center at St. Joseph's (https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/locations/stjosephs/services/unive...), Ivy Brain Tumor Center (https://www.ivybraintumorcenter.org/), and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (https://www.supportstjosephs.org/traumacenter) (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.

U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.

St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies (http://www.bestcompaniesaz.com/).

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Responsibilities

St. Joseph's OUTPATIENT REHAB offers a very dynamic and challenging work environment with team-driven care and benchmarked patient outcomes. The department provides Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, education by Rehab Nursing, clinical Social Work, and Speech-Language Pathology to patients and families across the lifespan, and features diverse services and special programs that are not typically available at other therapy clinics.

JOIN US NOW as we are seeking a dynamic PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE who is passionate about the health and well-being of our patients to assist Physical Therapists in performing physical therapy procedures. This position also maintains inventory, department files, and assists with maintenance of a clean, safe, orderly department.

Qualifications

Minimum:

1. HS Diploma/GED.
2. Current American Heart Association BLS Card.
3. Customer service oriented.
4. Computer skills required.

Preferred:

1. Six months patient care experience.

Pay Range

$18.00 - $20.38 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.