Physical Therapist Aide

Premier East Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, P.C. provides a broad range of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic modalities to our patients. Our office located in Medford provides an extensive set of services including: Objective and Definitive Medical Evaluations Therapeutic Modalities (Electrical Muscle Stimulation, Ultrasound, Paraffin Therapy) Heat/Cold Therapy Exercise Rehabilitation (Utilizing Aerobic and Weight/Strength Conditioning Exercises) Pain Management Electrodiagnostic Studies (EMG/NCV Studies) We pride ourselves on having a friendly and knowledgeable staff, including medical doctors, physical therapists and medical technicians. We are looking to hire a Physical Therapist Aide to join our team. The aide will be under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist and work alongside doctors in neurology, orthopedics, and pain management. 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: Tuesday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Pay: $17/hour #J-18808-Ljbffr