Physical Therapy Clinical Aide

Summit Health Management; Town/Village of Harrison (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

VillageMD is seeking a Physical/Occupational Therapy Aide to join our clinical team. This hands-on role supports licensed therapists, prepares treatment spaces, and helps patients perform therapeutic exercises.

Requirements include a high school diploma, preferred Associate/Bachelor’s degree, and BLS certification. Prior PT aide experience in orthopedic or chiropractic settings is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred.
• BLS Certification preferred.
• Experience as PT aide in orthopedic or chiropractic setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment.
• Instruct, motivate, safeguard and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities, under direction of medical staff.
• Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment, apply and remove hot/cold packs, and remove patient from modalities.
• Change linens and arrange treatment supplies to keep them in order.

Skills

Verbal communication

Technical skills

Education

Associate/Bachelor's degree

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

About Our CompanyWe’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.Job DescriptionLaunch Your Career in Physical/Occupational Therapy!Are you planning to become a Physical/Occupational Therapist or pursue a career in healthcare?This is more than a job — it’s a hands-on clinical experience where you’ll work side-by-side with licensed Physical/Occupational Therapists, gain real patient care exposure, and build a strong foundation for PT/OT school or other healthcare careers.Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatmentInstruct, motivate, safeguard and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities, under direction of medical staffSecure patients into or onto therapy equipment, apply and remove hot/cold packs, and remove patient from modalitiesChange linens, such as towels and pillow casesArrange treatment supplies to keep them in orderRequired Qualifications:High school diploma required, Associates/Bachelor'sDegree preferredBLS Certification preferredExperience as a physical therapy aide in an orthopedic or chiropractic setting, preferredStrong verbal communication skillsTechnical skills- knowledge of exercise and modality equipment used in a PT setting, preferredPay Range: $17.60 - $21.30 HourlyThe provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.About Our CommitmentTotal Rewards at VillageMDOur team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.Equal Opportunity EmployerOur Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.Safety DisclaimerOur Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. Our Company will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit, https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.