Physical Therapy Aide: Patient Care & Admin Support

Hackensack Meridian Health; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support therapists and patients in the rehabilitation department. You will assist in transporting patients and equipment, prepare treatment areas, and help with non-clinical tasks to keep the department running smoothly.

Responsibilities include assisting during treatment, scheduling outpatients, and maintaining infection control and department organization while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, and/or GED equivalent programs.
• On the job training, preferably six months in patient care areas.
• Manual and mechanical dexterity, stamina for lifting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and transport patients and equipment to and from the department using proper procedure and good mechanics.
• Assist therapists and other staff during treatment and testing sessions and help prepare patients for therapy.
• Provide receptionist support and ensure accurate and timely departmental communication.
• Assist in scheduling outpatients and remind them of appointments and registration steps.
• Maintain infection control standards and keep the department clean and organized.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Stamina for lifting

On the job training

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support therapists and patients in the rehabilitation department. You will assist in transporting patients and equipment, prepare treatment areas, and help with non-clinical tasks to keep the department running smoothly.

Responsibilities include assisting during treatment, scheduling outpatients, and maintaining infection control and department organization while upholding safety standards.