What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Aide position at Personal Edge PT?
WORK HOURS:
Looking for someone who can work 1pm-7pm Mon thru Thurs, 1pm-6pm Fri, and at least 2 Saturdays per month 7am-12noon.
If you are not available for these specific time frames, please do not apply.
Possibility of increasing to full time or different work hours after completing training.
SALARY:
Beginning salary $20-$25 per hour dependent upon experience
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
A Physical Therapy Aide assists in carrying out patient related activities, which are pre-determined for each patient as assigned by the supervising therapist. The therapy aide also completes daily department non-patient related duties to keep the therapy department running efficiently. Such as answering phones, scheduling and prepping patient charts.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform tasks specifically directed by the supervising therapist with patients.
Assist patients in preparation for treatment, dressing and undressing, application of appliances such as braces, corsets, orthotics, and prosthetics.
Carry out treatment programs as are predetermined for each patient and delegated by the supervising therapists.
Assist patients in the safe practice of activities related to the development and maintenance of strength, endurance, range of motion, and activities of daily living as determined by the supervising therapist.
Responsible for the housekeeping duties in the therapy department, including cleaning the work/treatment area and/or equipment, and laundry.
Perform clerical duties as assigned by the supervising therapists.
Assist therapists in getting equipment for patient use, including, but not limited to, wheelchairs, walkers, footrests, linens, personal care items.
Prepare the work and treatment area and/ or equipment
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Professional Conduct:
Treat others with dignity and respect.
Attire is to be consistent with the level of professionalism and services provided, and in accordance with the facility’s dress code.
Communicate positively and professionally with facility staff, residents, family members, physicians and case managers.
Demonstrate knowledge, respect, consideration and adherence to facility policies.
Safety
Utilize safe work practices including, but not limited to, body mechanics, infection control, and universal precautions.
Responsible for identifying, reporting and problem solving any safety concern in your work environment.
Responsible for the safety of residents while providing direct services including adherence to patient specific precautions
Educational Requirements
High school graduate, or equivalent, based on experience and/or vocational training.
License/Certification
Current Basic Life Support Provider Certification (CPR)
Must have a negative TB test within the past year, or must complete once hired
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Dublin, CA 94568: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25