Physical Therapy Aide

Job Description:

Able Physical Therapy Corp is a therapist owned company currently offering Part and Full Time Physical Therapy Aide positions for outpatient therapy. We are a growing company with many positions to fill and opportunities for leadership. We are looking for the right, experienced, positive, team member to match our company values.

Positions available in our Orange County locations.

Visit us at AblePTC.com

Job Description in Detail:

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for preparing patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and/or assisting patient into physical therapy; providing information to patients by answering questions and requests; allaying fears; assisting the Physical Therapist and is working under their license.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Prepares for upcoming therapy sessions by establishing the treatment areas based on the patient’s requirements.

· Cleans therapy areas and sets up organizes any necessary equipment.

· Observes the patient’s development during therapy sessions and note how they respond.

· Directs, prompts, protects, and supports patients’ exercises and functional activities under the guidance of physical therapist.

· Moves patients to and from treatment areas, providing standing support or utilizing wheelchairs.

· Ensures patients are secure on therapy equipment.

· Performs other related duties as assigned by management/physical therapist.

· Ensures that stock levels are adequate, and orders are made timely.

· Assists front office during down time if back office duties are met.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Pursuing a career in this related field preferred.

· Computer skills required: (Microsoft Office)

· Other skills:

o Experience of outpatient PT aide.

o Experience related patient care.

o Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.

o Strong organizational, administrative and planning skills.

o Ability to work under pressure and react effectively to emergency situations.

o Ability to use discretion while working with sensitive information.

o Ability to coordinate PT exercise programs and modalities safely and according to industry-accepted standards

o Strong computer and customer service skills.

o Passionate about healthcare excellence.

o Be impartial to gender, religion, ethnicity and cultures.

COMPETENCIES:

· Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

· Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

· Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

· Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

· Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand.
• Continually required to walk.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-30 pounds.
• Being able to move a patient and help them transfer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $16 - $17