Physical Therapy Aide

Description Welcome to Holy Name, a medical center where innovation is not just a goal — it's a commitment. Here, medical excellence thrives, allowing hope to reign supreme and leaving no room for fear. At our hospital, every patient is cared for with undivided attention — because healing every soul is our sole focus. Holy Name is New Jersey's only independent Catholic health system, comprising a 361-bed acute care hospital, a renowned cancer center, a state‑of‑the‑art fitness center, a residential hospice, a prestigious nursing school, and an extensive physician network. Healing at Holy Name goes beyond medicine and technology– it is infused with faith, conviction, compassion, and a commitment to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals through a variety of residency and educational programs. Our mission to provide care for the body, mind, and soul spans education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and overall wellness. This is at the core of who we are and what we do, and we've been doing it across generations, every single day, for nearly 100 years. Every innovation, medical breakthrough, and groundbreaking treatment is powered by some of the best minds in medicine, ensuring nothing is left on the table or the road to recovery. A Brief Overview Performs supportive patient related and non‑patient related tasks as directed by professional staff. Follows the policies and procedures of the department and hospital. What You Will Do Maintains working areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition. Stores, maintains and changes linen. Prepares and cleans hydrotherapy equipment in accordance with departmental procedures. Assists with patient transfers from all surfaces. Uses proper guarding techniques while ambulating patients. Assists therapists with dressing changes for patients requiring wound care. Follows Infection Control Procedures. Measures, adjusts and instructs patients in basic crutch walking. Prepares patients for specific treatment, including transporting to and within the department. Assists in toileting of patients as directed by professional staff. Report safety hazards to Administrative Director or Supervisor. Assists in maintaining inventory of supplies for the department. Incorporates physiological age of patients into overall plan for delivery of patient care. Maintains confidentiality. Complies with Hospital dress code policy and maintains professional appearance. Provides proper notification for absence and tardiness. Performs other duties as assigned and within the scope of training. Education Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent (Required). Experience Qualifications Less than 1 year of on‑the‑job training experience in treatment set‑ups, ordering supplies, and guarding techniques (Required). Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to apply appropriate body mechanics and use of assistive equipment in all patient transfers. Licenses and Certifications Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – AHA CPR within 90 days (Required). Benefits At Holy Name, we believe in rewarding every team member with more than a paycheck—from investing in your future and well‑being. Full‑time and part‑time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life. We offer low‑cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions, dental and vision plans, discounted prescriptions, and access to on‑site child care. Additional benefits include 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, legal and voluntary coverage options, life insurance, and free on‑site parking. Pay Range: $16.00/hour – $18.75/hour. Holy Name is a mission‑driven facility whose quality standards and philosophy are rooted in the principles of its founders, the Sisters of St.Joseph of Peace. Those principles are exercised daily by the Medical Center's dedicated and talented staff members. Holy Name is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr