Physical Therapy Aide: Patient Care & Front Desk

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy has immediate openings for Physical Therapist Aides. Join a growing multidisciplinary team delivering physical therapy support in state-of-the-art facilities with trained staff.

Responsibilities include scribing, assisting with exercises, preparing equipment, educating patients, and front desk coverage as needed, with a focus on safe, compassionate care and high-quality patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Anatomy and Kinesiology required.
• Knowledge of the equipment used in therapy work.
• Knowledge of patient behavior and needs.
• Knowledge of proper strengthening techniques.
• Knowledge of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices.
• Ability to complete in-service training.
• Ability to observe, evaluate, and record conditions, reactions, and changes in patients' physical condition.
• Ability to maintain appropriate attitude and conduct necessary to the welfare of patients.
• 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.
• Help treat patients by preparing heat and ice packs; paraffin dips; assisting patients to the pool; guiding patients to exercise equipment, monitoring motion.
• Ensure operation of treatment equipment by performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Educate patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
• Prepare patients for therapy by welcoming, comforting, and assisting into sessions.
• Provide information to patients by answering questions and addressing concerns.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect operations.
• Keep a safe and clean working environment by following procedures and regulations.
• Provide equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering to treatment area; position equipment and patients.
• Prepare the treatment room and assist with scheduling and front desk duties as needed.

Skills

Anatomy

Kinesiology

Therapy equipment

Patient needs

Strengthening techniques

Restraints management

In-service training

Observation & recording

Communication skills

Record keeping

Patient welfare

Reporting briefs

Job description

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy has immediate openings for Physical Therapist Aides. Join a growing multidisciplinary team delivering physical therapy support in state-of-the-art facilities with trained staff.

Responsibilities include scribing, assisting with exercises, preparing equipment, educating patients, and front desk coverage as needed, with a focus on safe, compassionate care and high-quality patient experiences.