Physical Therapy (PT) Aide

Life Care Centers of America; Old Hickory (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Tennessee is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to assist with rehab activities under the supervision of a licensed therapist. You will help prepare patients, carry out pre-determined treatment programs, and support a compassionate team in a post-acute care setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, prefer healthcare experience, and obtain CPR certification. This role requires good body mechanics, teamwork, and reliable attendance, with emphasis on

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatments as pre-determined for each patient and delegated by supervising therapist.
• Assist patients in preparation for treatment.
• Report patient responses to supervising therapist in a timely manner.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and timely.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
• Demonstrate dependable attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Work effectively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Good body mechanics

Team communication

Patient care

Reading & writing English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Therapy software

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 actionli>
• 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