Physical Therapist Aide

Physical Therapist Aide

Location Smithtown

Description

We are seeking a full-time physical therapist aide. The aide will be under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist and work alongside the doctors. The aide will assist patients in active and passive exercises, as well as, complementary therapies. Individual should be motivated and interested in the field of physical rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapy care by preparing treatment area, patient, equipment and materials; perform tasks that do not require the license or skill of a Physical Therapist while under the supervision of the therapist.

• Prepare for upcoming therapy sessions by organizing the treatment locations based on the patient's needs and assist therapists in consistency in patient flow management.

• Clean therapy area, set up any necessary equipment, and help assist the patients and therapist during therapy sessions.

• Help patients move from one area of therapy to another; help patients walk, push them in wheelchairs, or assist in sitting and standing.

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients.

• Experience preferred.

Knowledge & Experience

• Be motivated and interested in the field of physical rehabilitation.

Skills & Abilities

• Able to multi-task

• Strong customer service skills

Physical Requirements:

• Duties require extensive standing and walking.

• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients.

• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Schedule:

• Monday & Wednesday 7:30am-5:30pm

• Tuesday & Thursday 8:30am-6:00pm

• Friday 7:30am-12:00pm

Pay: $17/hour

Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Position Requirements

Education and Training High school diploma or equivalency

Benefits

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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