Physical Therapy Aide

The therapy aide serves patients by escorting them into the therapy gym. They greet and welcome them appropriately and direct them to the proper therapy area, as well as notify the respective therapist of their arrival. The therapy aide also prepares the treatment area and equipment necessary for patient care under the direction of the therapist. We are seeking a full time therapy aide for our Freehold location - 301 Professional View Drive Benefits Medical insurance Voluntary Dental insurance Voluntary Vision insurance 401K Paid time off Culture Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute was founded in 2007 with the merger of two of the areas longest tenured practices Western Monmouth Orthopedic Associates and New Jersey Orthopedic Associates. For more than 25 years, each has been a leader in providing quality orthopedic and sports medicine care. Together as one, we re even stronger and making a real difference in people s lives. The combined practice allows us to draw on our complementary strengths to deliver exceptional patient-centered, patient-focused care for a better overall patient experience. Responsibilities Safeguard and assist patients performing exercises and functional activities under the direction of Physical / Occupational Therapist and Physical Therapy Assistants. Transport patients to and from treatment areas.Prepare hot packs, cold packs and ice packs for use by the Physical/ Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant. Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment. Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment. Maintain equipment and furniture to keep it in good working condition, including performing the assembly and disassembly of equipment and accessories. Change linens after each patient. Arrange treatment supplies to keep them in order. Perform clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering supplies and filling out forms. Support front desk staff and cover for receptionist as needed. Perform other duties as requested/directed. Standards of Performance: Performs all duties and demonstrates behaviors and attitudes consistent with the Mission Statement and Core Values of the organization. Consistently demonstrates commitment to customer service excellence in all interactions with patients, family members, visitors and other staff that are consistent with Service Excellence performance standards. Continually participates in building and maintain positive working relationships through effective communication, performance improvement and teamwork efforts. Demonstrates the ability to clearly and effectively communicate (to include reading, writing and speaking) to all patients, family members, visitors and other staff member with the expectation that each employee within the context of their specific job duties can read, interpret, understands and communicate clearly and effectively in order to ensure proper understanding, all written/verbal communication are followed and information is shared appropriately. Demonstrates, maintains and upholds expectations set forth in the organizational Code of Conduct and Compliance Program. Responsible for timely completion of all new hire training, departmental training and yearly compliance training on an ongoing basis. Responsible for timely and accurate completion of timesheets/ time records for hours work and payroll processing. Time records must be completed and approved by employee no later than close of business on last day of each pay period. Actively participates in the safety programs of the organization by identifying potential risks and promoting patient safety as well as environmental safety. Accomplishes individual and team goals and objectives established by supervisor/manager Requirements Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship minimum 0-2 years expereince as a therapy aide or related filed Minimum High School Degree Equal Opportunity Employer Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr