Physical Therapy Aide- Outpatient/FT/40 hours

Bristol Hospital Group; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Hospital and Health Care in Bristol, CT seeks a full-time Physical Therapy Aide to support outpatient Rehab Dynamics locations. You will assist the Physical Therapist with patient care, manage receptionist tasks, and help with daily clinic operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to perform clerical tasks. Responsibilities include cleaning duties, patient setup, and adhering to safety protocols in a busy outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine physical therapy treatments under supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist.
• Handle department paperwork and scheduling tasks for outpatient Rehab Dynamics locations.
• Assist therapists with patient care and workflow.
• Maintain effective interpersonal communication with patients, therapists and staff.
• Perform cleaning duties and manage inventory related to laundry supplies.
• Set up patients for treatments, including hot/cold packs and exercise equipment.
• Monitor patient safety and report any unusual developments to the therapist.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Clerical/office skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: BHRD1 Bristol Rehab Dynamics 1 - Bristol, CT 06010, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.00 - $23.41 Hourly, At Bristol Hospital and Health Care, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents and families. We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect and Empathy (C.A.R.E.).We are Magnet ® and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Hospital and Health Care your choice.

Assists in carrying out routine aspects of various physical therapy treatments and procedures predetermined by and under the direction of, the Registered Physical Therapist. Assists with processing of department paperwork and projects. Performs various receptionist and related scheduling and registering functions for outpatient at Rehab Dynamics locations including co pay collection. Assists therapists with patient care and workflow.

Provides effective interpersonal communication.

Keeps physical therapists informed of patients’ condition before, during, and following treatment. Brings any unusual developments to the therapist's attention. Communicates effectively to patients, therapists, and other co-workers in a clear and non-judgmental manner. Asks therapists for help in a clear and concise manner. Communicates effectively to patients clearly and concisely the tasks to be completed. Uses appropriate non-verbal communication avoiding inappropriate body language or facial expressions with all employees and customers.

Assists Physical Therapist.

CLEANING DUTIES

• Completes all daily cleaning duties.
• Maintains proper inventory of laundry supply.
• Maintains general maintenance and cleaning of all equipment. Advises proper authority/department of equipment malfunctioning.
• Contact the laundry department regarding problems with laundry delivery.

PATIENT SET UP/CLEAN UP

• Appropriately sets up all clients including hot packs, cold packs, and exercise equipment.
• Ensures proper setup including proper layering of towels/pillowcases. Provides the patient with a safety call bell and periodically checks on the patient.
• Sets a timer and communicates to the therapist when the patient setup is completed.
• Maintains clean clinical areas following treatment sessions in a timely manner.

DAILY OPERATIONS

• Maintains constant flow of clients by being aware of patient appointment times and arrival of patients.
• Checks for patient arrivals independently and does not rely on clerical staff to announce patients presence.
• Communicates changes in daily clinic schedule to the appropriate therapist including additions, cancellations, no shows and rescheduled appointments.
• Demonstrates good time management of daily duties and prioritizes multiple tasks with minimal supervision. Appropriately asks and accepts assistance when needed.

EXERCISE PROGRAMS

• Appropriately notes repetitions including number of sets/reps and weight and time tolerated.
• Uses proper exercise training techniques as taught in PT aide in-house training program while carrying out patient exercise programs.
• Checks on patients periodically while on exercise equipment or during exercise programs to ensure proper form and monitor any problems.
• Communicates to the therapist difficulty level of the program and appropriately suggests any changes in regiment.

Qualifications: Educational / Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED

State/Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements:

None.

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements:

• General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by the hospital.

Special Requirements:

• Good interpersonal and communications skills. Good clerical/office skills.

Physical Requirements:

Physical agility, including but not limited to, ambulating including prolonged walking and mobility within the Hospital setting, sitting, prolonged standing, kneeling, bending, twisting, reaching, and looking at a computer monitor for periods throughout the work day. Lifting greater than 50 lbs. forty times daily and less than 50 lbs. fifty times daily. Ability to verbalize so that the average person can comprehend.

Work Environment:

Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals and bodily substances. Personal contact with varied levels of customers.

Cognitive Requirements:

Ability to read, comprehend, and execute written and oral instructions. Basic Math skills.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.