Physical Therapy (PT) Aide

Life Care Centers of America; Lynchburg (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support rehabilitation services within our post-acute setting in Tennessee. You will assist the supervising therapist with pre-determined treatment programs and help prepare patients for sessions, ensuring accurate communication of patient responses.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and healthcare exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation; certification must remain current.
• Healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-determined treatment programs as directed by the supervising therapist.
• Assist patients in preparation for treatment.
• Communicate patient responses to treatments to the supervising therapist.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and timely.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in evacuation of patients.
• Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Move and assist patients as required (lift, push, pull, stand, sit, etc.).
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Skills

Good body mechanics

Independent decision-making

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Compliance awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Healthcare experience preferred

CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Physical Therapy Aide assists in carrying out rehab related activities which are pre determined for each patient and assigned by the supervising licensed therapist in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Health care experience preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer