Physical Therapy Aide-Full-Time-Days

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC seeks a dedicated member for the Physical Therapy department. The role assists licensed staff in preparing environments and patients for treatment, supporting team-based care to improve patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will perform delegated duties, coordinate with therapists, and contribute to efficient delivery of therapy services while maintaining a focus on patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Basic problem-solving and interpersonal skills; strong attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Assists therapists with patient mobility activities.
• Prepares environment and equipment for treatment.
• Supports delivery of therapy services and coordinates tasks.
• Follows safety and procedural guidelines; participates in team tasks.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department Physical Therapy

Job Family Allied Health

Work Shift Days (United States of America)

Summary

Assists licensed personnel in the preparation of the environment and patient for treatment. Performs delegated duties as assigned by the clinical staff. Works as an effective Team member that contributes work efforts towards the improvement of quality patient care.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: Recognizes, selects, and utilizes effective methods of verbal and non-verbal interactions based on the age of the patient Assists therapist with plus-two patient mobility activities Assists licensed personnel in the coordination of the delivery of therapy services Efficiently utilizes resources of human, equipment and supplies Supports therapists and department in various tasks and activities as assigned and delegated Authorized to have access to medications due to their job responsibilities after successfully completing annual on-line mandatory education titled “Medication Security” Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job: Education and Formal Training: High school diploma or equivalent required Work Experience: Prior experience preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language Ability to effectively apply knowledge and skills learned Effective problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal skills which requires the ability to quickly assess situations and appropriately respond in a timely manner Ability to understand role as defined and work within a team-oriented environment Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate orally, read, write, hear, and visually assess patient status Ability to utilize proper body mechanics when examining or delivering care Ability to transfer and transport patients of various body weight and composition Ability to stand, bend, stoop, lift, turn, twist, sit, and walk frequently Ability to demonstrate proper use of and manipulate equipment Required Licenses and Certifications BLS - American Heart Association Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process. At Cape Fever Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch. Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time. Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually. A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians. Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond. Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fever Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fever region.