Physical Therapy Aide - Part Time - 2 days/week

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Outpatient Rehab seeks a Physical Therapy Aide to join our team in Hamilton, NJ. This role supports therapists, handles basic departmental upkeep, and participates in patient care under supervision.

Shifts are Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Earn hourly pay with a comprehensive benefits program and opportunities in an academic medical center environment.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience in rehabilitation services is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists and therapy assistants in patient treatment.
• Maintain Rehab Services Equipment.
• Assist in upkeep of the Rehab Services Department, including cleaning equipment and tables.
• Support front desk by filing, copying, and chart maintenance.
• Assist in the Rehab Services office.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Job description

Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Penn Medicine Outpatient Rehab is looking for a Physical Therapy Aide to join our team!

This role will work Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Our Outpatient Rehabilitation center is located at 1315 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road in Hamilton, NJ.

Penn Outpatient Therapy Hamilton offers the following physical therapy services:

• Amputation Rehabilitation
• Aquatic Therapy
• Balance and Fall Prevention
• Concussion Rehabilitation
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Oncology Rehabilitation
• Osteoporosis Program
• Pain Management
• Parkinson's Disease Treatment
• Pickleball Rehabilitation
• Prehabilitation and Postoperative Rehabilitation
• Vestibular Rehabilitation

Summary

• The Physical Therapy Aide provides the necessary services within the Physical Therapy Department in order to achieve efficient operation of that department and maximize appropriate utilization of professional staff. Performs assigned non-professional functions. Physical Therapy Aides assist the professional staff in the provision of direct patient care within the parameters established by the State Board of Physical Therapy.

Assist therapists and therapy assistant in patient treatment.

Maintains Rehab Services Equipment

Assist in the upkeep of the Rehab Services Department. Cleaning of equipment and tables according to manufacturer guidelines.

Assists in the chart maintenance as per front desk staff request- including but not limited to: filing, copying, filing charts

Assists in the Rehab Services office.

Credentials

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• BLS certification from the AHA

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• High school education or equivalent life experience is required. Experience is preferred, but not required.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Salary Range

$16.55 - $21.70/Hourly

As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.