PRN Physical Therapy Tech/PAC

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health’s BHMG Physical Therapy Dutchmans Lane is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Technician to assist in delivering patient care under direct supervision of a PT or PTA. Responsibilities include preparing patients and treatment areas, transferring and positioning patients, and maintaining a clean, organized department.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to safety, and good communication with therapists and patients across adolescent to geriatric ages.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• On-the-job training including competency training/annual refreshers.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Renders safe, appropriate treatment under the on-site supervision of a PT/PTA.
• Prepares the patient and treatment area for therapy and maintains department order.
• Transfers and positions patients appropriately.
• Reports any change in condition or adverse reaction to the therapist.
• Maintains neat and orderly gym, office, and equipment areas.
• Assists other staff to promote efficient delivery of PT services.

Skills

Patient care

Team coordination

On-site supervision

Education

High School Diploma

BLS certification

Job description

Summary

BHMG Physical Therapy Dutchmans Lane

PRN PT Tech

Baptist Health has repeatedly been named a \"Best Place to Work\" in Kentucky and we are looking for an energetic & qualified candidate to join our family At Baptist Health; we believe that our competitive salary and enticing benefit package is among the best in the market area.

Job Description:

The Physical Therapy Technician works only under onsite supervision of a PT or PTA. Perform specific patient treatments as directed by the therapist.Prepare the patient and/or treatment area for treatment, and responsible for maintaining the physical order of the department. Direct patient care is provided to patients from adolescent through adult to the geriatric age group.

EssentialDuties and Responsibilities:

Perform other duties, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below, and specific function may change from time to time.

Carries out the principles of positive customer relations.

Renders safe, appropriate treatment under the on-site supervision of a PT/PTA according to departmental policies and procedures.

Transfers and positions patients appropriately.

Reports any change in condition or adverse reaction of the patients to the therapist.

Maintains physical order of the department.

Cleans equipment following each patient's use and processes trash and linen appropriately.

Assist with the clerical duties as needed.

Keeps gym, office areas, treatments areas, and equipment room neat and orderly.

Assist other support staff in order to promote efficient delivery of PT services.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Completion of on-the-job training, including initial and annual competency training/demonstration.

This includes successful completion and maintenance of BLS certification.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.