Physical Therapy Aide

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life. Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and updated individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment. To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care. As per the individual resident plan designed by the Physical Therapist, provide modalities to the patient in accordance with physical therapy standards. Observe, record, and report patient condition and reaction to treatment in accordance with physical therapy standards. Schedule patients for sessions within their daily activities after consultation with nursing staff. Remove and replace braces, splints and slings from patient bodies before and after treatment. Maintain safety standards for protection of patients, assisting personnel and self. Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested. Job Requirements Required High school diploma or equivalent Current AHA BLS within 30 days of hire Where You'll Work CHI St. Anthony Hospital, a 25-bed acute care hospital in Pendleton, Oregon. #J-18808-Ljbffr