What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Aide position at EDGE Physical Therapy HQ?
Job Type: Physical Therapy Aide (Full Time and or Part Time)
Here at EDGE Physical Therapy, we believe in our employees and give them daily opportunities to grow as professionals and make their mark on the business. Each person brings unique skills to his or her role, and as a growing diverse company, we continue to seek individuals who excel at what they do. Potential candidate must be confident and be exceptional in patient interaction, and communication skills.
As the face of our Company Headquarters in Paramus, NJ, we expect someone with polish - who has exceptional customer service skills and knows how and when to interact with others. From the first interaction to the last, we strive for excellence, ensuring patients leave with a sense of accomplishment and a smile on their face.
Edge Physical Therapy is currently looking for a Physical Therapy Aide to help assist Doctor of Physical Therapists with patients. Aide will be responsible for all gym area duties as well as assisting office administrative duties as needed.
Skills/Qualifications
- Excellent at multitasking
- Excellent customer service skills
- Team player
- Exercise background
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent personal interaction skills
Responsibilities
- Assist physical therapists
- Maintain new protocols as per CDC guidelines with COVID19 precautions
- Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols
- Clean therapy area and set up any needed exercise equipment
- Help with heat/cold packs
- Assist with patient exercise flow sheets
- Constant communication with therapists
- Help with office inventory
- Assist with answering phone calls and scheduling patients (when necessary)
Experience
- Exercise Science Major (preferred), pre-physical therapy major
- 1-2 years exercise background
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Medical specialties:
- Orthopedics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Sports Medicine
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
COVID-19 considerations:
Maintaining strict CDC guidelines for COVID prevention, masks and gloves all available in clinic. Details can be discussed during interview.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Paramus, NJ 07652: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- What sets you apart from the other candidates as a PT aide?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- PT aide and customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person