Physical Therapy Aide

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY: The Physical Therapy Aide (PT Aide) will work alongside skilled Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers to help support patient care and contribute to a positive therapeutic environment.

 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Performs designated routine tasks related to the operation of physical rehabilitation services 

• Assists with patient-related activities as directed by Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers 

• Responsible for completing daily and monthly stats 

• Responsible for maintaining inventory and maintaining a clean and organized treatment environment 

• Assist with setting up equipment and preparing treatment areas prior to patient sessions 

• Support therapists during treatment by monitoring equipment and providing assistance as needed 

• Escort patients during their visits and ensure their comfort 

• Prepare hot and cold packs for treatment 

• Clean and maintain treatment tables and other equipment 

• Provide patients with support throughout their recovery process 

• Performs clerical tasks as assigned 

• Maintains strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines and InterMed policies. 

• Perform other duties to support the mission, vision and values of InterMed. 

 

MISSION AND VALUES:  

• Follows InterMed’s mission to provide patient-centered primary care, putting the patient first to deliver high quality, high value care. 

• Provide the highest quality care to our patients with a level of service that exceeds their expectations. 

• Maintain a positive attitude and always treat our patients and each other with dignity and respect. 

• Insist on honesty and integrity from each other and our business partners. 

• Make teamwork a core component of our relationships between physicians, staff, and patients. 

• Embrace change to better serve our patients. 

• Use business practices that feature individual accountability and group responsibility to ensure delivery of high value healthcare. 

• Have fun as we carry out our mission to serve. 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:  

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required 

• Bachelor’s Degree in exercise science or related field preferred 

• Experience: 1 year of clinical experience preferred 

• Demonstrates effective communication methods either, written, verbal, non-verbal or electronic 

• Listens to and acknowledges the concerns of patients and peers 

• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and other health care providers 

• Makes effective decisions that reflect clear and logical thinking 

• Demonstrates flexibility in examining new approaches in response to changing organizational objectives 

• Identifies and works proactively to solve problems 

• Prioritizes work activity based on department demands to complete assignments within designated timeframes

• Demonstrates behavior that protects the safety of self/others of the department and equipment 

• Continued education appropriate to the position to maintain a competent level of practice