What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Aide position at St Peters University Hospital?
Physical Therapy Aide
Adult Outpatient Therapy
The Physical Therapy Aide is responsible for preparing the patient and the treatment area.
The Physical Therapy Aide will:
- Greet patients upon arrival and directing them to the treating therapist
- Register and schedule patients
- Clean/organize work area and disinfecting equipment after treatment
- Maintain equipment and furniture to keep in good working condition, including performing the assembly and disassembly of equipment and accessories
- Anticipate needs of patients and therapist to ensure efficiency of clinic
- Effectively communicating with patients and therapy staff
- Perform other clerical duties, such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering the telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms
Requirements:
- Work requires level of knowledge of basic patient care, procedures for caring for equipment and assisting Therapist with treatment programs.
- Generally acquired through on-the-job training requiring six (6)weeks orientation.
- Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients, visitors, families, Physicians, peers and other healthcare professionals.
Grade 110
