Physical Therapy Aide | South Portland, ME | 32-Hours | Physical Therapy

Job Description

Job Description

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