Physical Therapy Aide — Grow, Help Patients, Learn

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Rocky Point (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy has immediate openings for Physical Therapist Aides. Join a growing, innovative organization that offers state-of-the-art facilities, well-trained support staff, and a collaborative team environment.

If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to grow your career in a high-quality care setting, we want you on our team. The role includes flexible shifts and front desk duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to cover 15-20 minutes from home office and provide transportation to shifts
• Knowledge of Anatomy & Kinesiology
• Knowledge of the equipment used in therapy work
• Knowledge of patient behavior and needs
• Ability to complete in-service training
• Ability to observe, evaluate, and record patient conditions
• Ability to create and maintain records and write brief reports
• Ability to communicate effectively

Responsibilities

• Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under supervision of a Doctor of Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy
• Help treat patients by preparing heat and ice packs; assist to pool; guide patients to exercise equipment and monitor motion
• Ensure operation of treatment equipment by completing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting
• Educate patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines
• Prepare patients for therapy by welcoming and assisting into sessions
• Provide information to patients and answer questions
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Keep a safe and clean work environment by following rules and regulations
• Provide and deliver equipment and supplies to treatment areas; ready rooms
• Prepare treatment rooms per procedures and protocols
• Answer calls from physicians, hospitals, and patients with good service
• Maintain inventory and order supplies as needed
• Provide front desk coverage and scheduling assistance
• Performs other front desk duties as required

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Kinesiology knowledge

Therapy equipment knowledge

Patient care

Record keeping

Communication

Tools

Therapy equipment

Medical records software

Job description

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy has immediate openings for Physical Therapist Aides. Join a growing, innovative organization that offers state-of-the-art facilities, well-trained support staff, and a collaborative team environment.

If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to grow your career in a high-quality care setting, we want you on our team. The role includes flexible shifts and front desk duties as needed.