Physical Therapy Aide

US Physical Therapy; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

US Physical Therapy in Redmond, OR is seeking an aide to support direct patient care under supervision, including guiding patients and assisting therapists. Responsibilities include documenting treatments, operating equipment, and maintaining a clean, safe clinic environment.

The role also involves non-patient tasks like opening/closing the clinic, basic clerical duties, and coordinating with staff. Eligibility requires a high school diploma; PT coursework preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma.
• Pre-Physical Therapy coursework or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Personable, energetic, and capable of working with a diverse patient population and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct ambulatory patients to and from treatment areas, including wheelchair users.
• Confer with physical therapy staff for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment.
• Instruct patients performing therapeutic exercises and activities under therapist direction.
• Record treatment provided and equipment used; fit/position patients on equipment.
• Observe patient responses and progress and report to the physical therapist.
• Safely administer modalities (electrical/micro current stimulation, ultrasound, cold laser, ice/heat).
• Assist hand therapist with splint making and hand therapy exercises.
• Perform opening/closing duties for the clinic and maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain clinic equipment and furniture; perform assembly/disassembly of equipment.
• Change linens and restock rooms; perform basic clerical duties (phone, messages, forms).

Skills

Direct patient care

Clerical tasks

Team environment

Education

High school diploma

Pre-Physical Therapy coursework

Job description

Under close supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant, perform select patient care tasks and maintain a clean treatment area. The extent to which an aide performs clerical tasks depends on the needs of the facility.

Direct Patient Care Duties:

• Direct ambulatory patients to-and-from treatment areas (including those patients using wheelchairs). Patients identified as fall-risks will be handled by licensed staff.
• Confer with physical therapy staff for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment.
• Instruct patients performing therapeutic exercises and activities, under direction of therapist staff. Record treatment provided and equipment used.
• Properly fit/position patients on exercise equipment.
• Observe patients during treatment to compile and assess patients’ responses and progress, and report to physical therapist.
• Safely administer treatment modalities including electrical stimulation, Micro Current stimulation, ultrasound, cold laser, and the application of ice and heat packs. Be knowledgeable of the function/purpose of these modalities.
• Assist hand therapist with splint making and administering hand therapy exercises.

Non- Patient Care Duties:

• Perform opening / closing duties for the clinic, locking doors and securing the building.
• Responsible for maintaining clinic cleanliness. This includes completing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Maintain clinic equipment and furniture to keep it in good working condition, including performing the assembly and disassembly of equipment and accessories.
• Change linens, such as bed sheets and pillow cases, launder linens and restock rooms.
• Perform basic clerical duties, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18-years of age and have a high school diploma
• Degree in Pre-Physical Therapy coursework or a related field and demonstrating interest in pursuing a career in Allied Health preferred. Equivalent experience or qualifications will also be considered.
• Personable, energetic, and capable of working with a diverse patient population and in a team environment
• Reliable and professional with the ability to place value on and maintain high quality patient care as number one priority.
• Dress in clinic appropriate attire to convey professionalism.

Additional Information

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $17.00- $22.00. Salary is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. The Company's incentive compensation plan is subject to change. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.

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