Physical Therapy Aide

At Southland Physical Therapy, our mission is to create the perfect patient experience, allowing individuals to live happy and live well. We are seeking a dedicated and energitic Physical Therapy Aide to join our team. The ideal candidate will embody our core values and provide a welcoming atmosphere that enhances the overall patient experience.

We believe that the right qualities in a candidate are crucial for delivering an exceptional patient experience. We are looking for individuals who possess the following attributes:

• Strong Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively and build rapport with patients and staff while providing excellent customer service.
• Professional Ethics: A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Adaptability: Willingness to adjust to changing circumstances and take on new challenges.
• Team Player: Collaborative spirit to work well with diverse teams and contribute to a positive clinic culture.

By emphasizing these qualities, we aim to find a candidate who aligns with our mission to provide the best patient care possible.

Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred, but not required. Candidates with degrees or pursuing sports medicine, Kinesiology, pre-PT, pre-PTA, ATC, rehab sciences are welcomed!

Position Overview: The Physical Therapy Aide plays a vital role in supporting the Physical Therapist team to deliver high-quality rehabilitation services. This position involves instructing patients in therapeutic exercises and managing patient flow to ensure effective treatment implementation. Our practice focuses on creating an exceptional patient experience to promote health and happiness.

Key Responsibilities and Clinical Duties:

• Patient Interaction: Maintain a welcoming, positive, and empathetic attitude to foster a supportive environment.
• Therapeutic Exercise Instruction: Demonstrate, instruct, and assist patients with therapeutic exercises as well as modality assignment as prescribed by the Physical Therapist.
• Quality Care: Provide attentive care and ensure patients adhere to their individualized therapy programs.
• Facility Maintenance: Conduct regular cleaning tasks for the gym, treatment rooms, and common areas to maintain a hygienic and safe environment.
• Professional Conduct: Practice discretion and integrity in all job-related activities to uphold the standards of the practice.

Job title

Physical Therapy Aide-Part Time

Reports to:

Clinical Manager and Office Manager

Job Summary of Physical Therapy Aide Responsibilities:

• Facilitate patient flow between the lobby, treatment rooms, and gym.
• Communicate concerns about patient care to Physical Therapists and management.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of PT equipment, performing repairs when possible and/or reporting deficiencies timely to management.
• Check and maintain the quality of electrodes for stimulation units.
• Organize and restock supplies in treatment areas; alert management when supplies are low.
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations and clinic standards.

Work Environment:

• Positive, mission-driven atmosphere focused on high-quality patient care.
• Fast-paced setting treating a range of patients, maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Therapy Aides must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift moderate weights, and perform repetitive tasks which involves bending and/or squatting

Schedule:

• Flexible availability required
• Part Time available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Qualifications:

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to the Physical Therapy tasks of proper form/technique and cueing of physical therapy exercises.
• Ability to take direction from the Physical Therapist to apply the appropriate exercises and modalities.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to execute and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently
• Flexibility to cover schedules when necessary
• Available to work 20-30 hrs per week

Preferred

• Bilingual Korean, Chinese or Spanish
• Prior work experience as a Physical Therapy Aide
• Education relative to what physical therapy embodies, i.e. certificate/licensure for personal training or CSCS, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
• General knowledge of proper form/technique and cueing of physical therapy exercises

Direct reports

• N/A

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Medical Specialty:

• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Irvine, CA 92604: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20