Physical Therapy Aide: Patient Rehab Support

Life Care Centers of America; Elizabethton (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to assist in carrying out pre-determined rehab activities under the supervision of a licensed therapist. This role emphasizes patient preparation, timely communication of responses, and supportive collaboration within the rehabilitation team.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, healthcare experience preferred, and CPR certification (to be obtained if not already held) with ongoing compliance to certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• CPR certification required or obtained on hire. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment programs as pre determined for each patient and delegated by the supervising therapist.
• Assist patients in preparation for treatment.
• Communicate patient’s response for treatments to supervising therapist appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and timely.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to assist in carrying out pre-determined rehab activities under the supervision of a licensed therapist. This role emphasizes patient preparation, timely communication of responses, and supportive collaboration within the rehabilitation team.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, healthcare experience preferred, and CPR certification (to be obtained if not already held) with ongoing compliance to certification