Therapy Aide

Trinity Health-ND; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health-ND seeks a Therapy Aide to support outpatient rehabilitation by preparing treatment spaces and assisting therapists with basic patient care under supervision. You will help with scheduling, front-desk tasks, and creating a welcoming experience for patients and families.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days. Healthcare experience is preferred, with basic computer skills required for administrative duties.

Qualifications

• BLS/CPR required within 30 days of hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms and therapy equipment for sessions, ensuring cleanliness and readiness.
• Assist therapists with patient care tasks under supervision and support safe patient movements.
• Maintain department organization through cleaning, stocking supplies, and inventory support.
• Provide front-desk support: greet patients, answer phones, schedule appointments and file documents.
• Follow infection prevention and safety procedures to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

CPR (BLS) within 30 days

Interpersonal communication

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary:The Therapy Aide supports outpatient rehabilitation services by assisting therapists with non-clinical tasks, preparing treatment spaces, and helping maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment. This role contributes to efficient patient flow by setting up equipment, assisting with basic patient support activities under direct therapist supervision, and completing routine departmental upkeep. Working closely with therapists and front-desk staff, the Therapy Aide also provides customer service and administrative support by greeting patients, answering phones, assisting with scheduling needs, and creating a welcoming experience for patients and families. Through dependable support, attention to detail, and collaboration, this position helps the therapy team deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a well-coordinated clinical setting.Key Responsibilities:Prepare treatment rooms and therapy equipment for scheduled sessions, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and readiness for patient use.Assist therapists with patient care–related tasks as delegated and supervised, such as helping position patients, gathering supplies, and facilitating safe transitions within the department.Maintain department organization through daily cleaning tasks, equipment checks, stocking of supplies, and assistance with ordering or inventory needs.Provide administrative support by greeting patients, answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents, and supporting efficient front-desk operations.Observe and follow safety procedures, infection-prevention practices, and equipment-handling protocols to support a safe therapeutic environment.Support continuous workflow by communicating effectively with therapists, administrative staff, patients, and families.Licenses and Certifications Required:Basic Life Support (CPR) required within 30 days of hire.Educational Requirements:High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Experience Requirements:Healthcare experience preferred.Special Skills or Training Requirements:Read/understand written treatment plans.Basic interpersonal skills are needed to communicate with patients, families, staff, and physicians and to perform activities requiring ordinary courtesy and tact.On-the-job training is required to become familiar with various procedures, techniques, and safety precautions.Basic computer skills are required.Physical Requirements:The Therapy Aide is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and assist with movement of therapy equipment and supplies. The role may involve supporting patient mobility activities and lifting or carrying items such as treatment tools, linens, and light-to-moderate equipment. Adequate strength, coordination, vision, and communication abilities are necessary to safely assist therapists, respond to patient needs, and navigate an active clinical environment.Environmental Requirements:Work is performed in an outpatient therapy clinic with exposure to varying activity levels, exercise equipment, cleaning agents, and close patient interaction. The role may involve periods of high patient volume, frequent interruptions, and the need to adapt to shifting therapist schedules. Adherence to infection-control standards, safe equipment practices, and organizational safety policies is essential to maintain a healthy and safe environment for patients and staff.