Physical Therapy Aide: Orthopedic Care Support (Full-Time)

Summit Health Management; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health Management in Stamford, CT is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Clinical Aide to support therapists in delivering patient-centered care. Full-time position involves preparing treatment areas, assisting patients with exercises, and helping with modalities and equipment.

You will disinfect, organize supplies, change linens, and ensure safety under supervision. A high school diploma is required; BLS preferred; prior PT aide experience in orthopedic or chiropractic settings is a

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's/Bachelor's degree preferred.
• BLS certification preferred.
• Experience as a PT aide in orthopedic or chiropractic settings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills in Centricity Business, EMR, MS Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of exercise and modality equipment used in PT.

Responsibilities

• Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment.
• Instruct, motivate, safeguard and assist patients with exercises and activities.
• Secure patients into therapy equipment, apply/remove hot/cold packs, remove from modalities.
• Change linens such as bed sheets and pillow cases.
• Arrange treatment supplies to keep them in order.

Skills

Communication skills

PT aide experience

BLS Certification

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Centricity Business

EMR

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Summit Health Management in Stamford, CT is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Clinical Aide to support therapists in delivering patient-centered care. Full-time position involves preparing treatment areas, assisting patients with exercises, and helping with modalities and equipment.

You will disinfect, organize supplies, change linens, and ensure safety under supervision. A high school diploma is required; BLS preferred; prior PT aide experience in orthopedic or chiropractic settings is a