Physical Therapy Aide

Description

Position Summary

With a customer service orientation, the Physical Therapy Aide is a member of the physical therapy support team, working under the supervision of physical and occupational therapists, helping patients regain movement and manage pain after injuries and illnesses. 

Requirements

 Key Responsibilities & Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assists with patient intake
• Prepares and sets up items and modalities for patient treatment including equipment, hot and cold packs, etc.
• Transports patients within facility for treatment(s)
• Observes patients before, during and after therapy, noting the patients’ status and reporting to a physical therapist
• Liaises with physicians' offices and hospital personnel
• Maintains a clean and functional area for treatments and exercises
• Assists patients who need help moving from one area to another
• Handles clerical duties such as patient intake, coordinates with referring doctors' offices and documents patients' responses and progress during exercises.
• Possesses the ability to be versatile, flexible, and willing to work with enthusiasm

Shared Duties/Other

• Maintains and respects the confidentiality of patient and employee information in accordance with company policy & procedure, and HIPAA & compliance guidelines
• Attends all regular staff meetings and continuing education sessions as required
• Maintains regular attendance
• Presents professional image in manner, appearance, motivation and work habits
• Performs other duties as assigned

Academic/Technical Qualifications 

• HS diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to understand complex workflows and comprehend technical documents and programs
• Detail oriented and able to produce accurate work

Industry Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience, in a Physical Therapy office/hospital environment
• Knowledge of HIPPA & OSHA guidelines
• Strong experience with medical practice management systems and electronic medical records
• Strong knowledge of computers and medical terminology is mandatory

Communication Skills 

• Excellent verbal, written, critical thinking and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across all levels and roles in the company
• Ability to work well with Physical & Occupational Therapists, PT Assistants, employees, patients, and others
• A committed and result-driven attitude to work as a high ethical and professional standard.
• Unquestionable commitment to confidentiality, quality customer service and professionalism.

OrthoNJ, LLC is required by New Jersey law to include the salary range for this role. The hourly hiring range for this role is $15.50-$21.50. The range for this role is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate works, and alignment with qualifications and experience.  Certain roles may also be eligible for additional compensation (bonus, etc.) and/or benefits. In addition, full-time employees are eligible for standard benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vison and retirement plan.