Physical Therapy Aide & Patient Care Specialist

AVALA; Covington (LA); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AVALA is seeking a Physical Therapy Technician to support licensed therapists in patient care, equipment prep, and facility upkeep. The role involves assisting with treatment procedures, maintaining a clean, safe environment, and safeguarding patient confidentiality across all ages.

The position emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to hospital policies. Core competencies include communication, leadership, problem solving, and a commitment to patient dignity.

Qualifikationen

• Meets dress code standards and adheres to policies.
• Completes annual education requirements.
• Maintains regulatory requirements.
• Always maintains patient confidentiality.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
• Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.

Aufgaben

• Participate in administration of the assigned facility as requested by the Director of Physical Therapy.
• Participate in in-service education as scheduled by the department/hospital.
• Perform on-going housekeeping duties within the facility to maintain cleanliness and safety of the facility.
• Demonstrate regard for the dignity and respect of all patients, family members, staff and visitors.
• Maintains confidentiality of all current and former patients.
• Prepare the clinical area for clean and safe patient care.
• Escort each patient from the reception area to the clinical treatment areas in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist each patient with treatment preparation as necessary, including removal of clothing and proper draping.
• Notify the treating therapist of a patient’s readiness to be treated.
• Assist the therapist in selected procedures and techniques as specifically directed by the therapist.

Kenntnisse

Action Orientation

Communications

Creativity/Innovation

Critical Judgment

Customer Orientation

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

AVALA is seeking a Physical Therapy Technician to support licensed therapists in patient care, equipment prep, and facility upkeep. The role involves assisting with treatment procedures, maintaining a clean, safe environment, and safeguarding patient confidentiality across all ages.

The position emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to hospital policies. Core competencies include communication, leadership, problem solving, and a commitment to patient dignity.