What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Aide position at New York Therapy & Wellness?
New York Therapy and Wellness is excited to expand our team and is currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Physical Therapy Aide to join our clinic! We are a patient-focused, dynamic, outpatient clinic dedicated to providing high-quality care to patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. As a PT Aide, you'll play a key role in supporting our physical therapists and enhancing the overall patient experience.
Job Summary:
As a Physical Therapy Aide, you will work closely with our physical therapists to assist with patient care. Your responsibilities will include preparing treatment areas, helping patients with exercises, and handling various administrative tasks. This role requires a strong interest in physical therapy and a commitment to providing exceptional care to our patients.
Responsibilities:
Patient Care:
- Set up and clean treatment rooms and equipment, ensuring all areas are well-maintained and ready for patient use.
- Assist patients with prescribed therapeutic exercises under the guidance of a physical therapist.
- Transport patients to and from treatment areas as needed.
- Monitor patients during exercises and report any concerns to the physical therapist.
- Apply modalities like hot/cold packs as directed by the physical therapist.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and strictly adhere to HIPAA guidelines.
Administrative Tasks:
- Schedule patient appointments and manage clinic appointment flow.
- Answer phone calls and greet patients, offering top-notch customer service.
- Assist with general cleaning and upkeep of the clinic.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous healthcare experience is a plus, but not necessary.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively within a team.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Capable of multitasking and prioritizing effectively.
- Passionate about physical therapy and helping patients succeed in their recovery journey.
Benefits:
- Sick Time Off
