Physical Therapy Aide (Part Time)
Core
Assist physical therapists in patient treatment, equipment maintenance, and front desk operations within a multidisciplinary therapy clinic.
Role type
support staff physical therapy aide
Builds
patient therapy sessions and clinic operations
Domain
healthcare + physical therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient assistance, equipment operation, preventive maintenance, inventory management, front desk support, patient education, confidentiality, lifting up to 40 lbs
Preferred skills
anatomy & kinesiology knowledge, therapy equipment knowledge, patient behavior understanding, strengthening techniques, restraint use, aggressive behavior management
Technologies
none stated
Responsibilities
serve as a scribe for therapeutic exercises, prepare heat/ice packs and paraffin dips, assist patients to the pool and exercise equipment, monitor patient motion and exertion, educate patients on equipment use, prepare treatment rooms, sterilize and deliver supplies, answer calls and assist with scheduling, maintain inventory, perform front desk duties
Seniority
entry-level support staff