Physical Therapy Aide

Job Description

UP Health System Bell- Ishpeming MI

Physical Therapy Aide

1.0 FTE 40 Hours/ Week

Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm or 8:30-5pm


Your experience matters

UP Health System Bell is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapy Aide joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute:

• Provides physical or occupational therapy treatments as follows: Hydrotherapy, superficial heat and cold applications, deep heat modalities, removal of treatment modalities, assistance with gait training, assistance with traction; and participation in predetermined exercise programs.
• Provide direct patient care treatment; delegation per rules and regulations of the State of Michigan and third party payor sources..
• Assures that patients are properly prepared for treatment that has been outlined.
• Monitors patient during treatment.
• When necessary, perform the following patient care activities:
  
  • a. Preparing thermal modalities.
  • b. Change treatment beds and clean booths between patients.
  • c. Empty dirty linen baskets and stock clean linen in all appropriate areas.
  • d. Wash all beds weekly.
  • e. Maintain cleanliness of all exercise and treatment equipment.
• Completes reports as required for department.
• Cleans and disinfects hydrotherapy and other equipment per departmental policy.
• Schedules or assists in scheduling patients for prescribed treatments.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of all treatment areas.
• Assures that the appropriate supplies are maintained in the department at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support the culture of service excellence throughout the organization.
• Actively seek ways to demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and participate in professional
• development opportunities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

What we're looking for:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Preferred: Some college coursework related to healthcare services.
• Preferred: Previous experience in a health care position.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about UP Health System Bell

UP Health System Bell is a Joint Commission Accredited Critical Access Hospital providing a spectrum of health and wellness services. Established more than 100 years ago, UP Health System Bell offers Inpatient, Outpatient, and Post-Acute care through its 25-bed critical access facility and many physician practices. UP Health System Bell is a verified Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services and an Accredited Sleep Medicine Center through The Joint Commission.

EEOC Statement

"UP Health System Bell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System Bell is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."