Physical Therapy Aide (Full Time/Garden City)
Physical Therapy Aide (Full Time/Garden City)
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Job Description
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company that offers Physical Occupational Speech Therapy Massage and Acupuncture services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients our doctors and our community. But its not just what we do its who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy has immediate openings for Physical Therapist Aides! Our clinics enjoy a well-trained support staff as well as a state-of-the-art space and equipment. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive supportive and innovative team!
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in a fast-growing industry Do you want to make a difference in peoples lives while you grow your career Are you interested in delivering compassion excellence and reliable service to patients We want you to apply your energy and skills to our dynamic skills and become an integral part of a caring professional team that provides the highest quality care to our patients.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-330pm
Essential Responsibilities
- Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under the supervision of a Doctor of Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy
- Helps treat patients by preparing heat and ice packs; paraffin dips; assisting patients to the pool; guiding patients to exercise equipment monitoring motion; tracking patient physical exertion levels; guiding patients through prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
- Ensures operation of treatment equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturers instruction; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
- Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
- Prepares patients for therapy treatment by welcoming comforting providing and/or assisting patients into therapy sessions.
- Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests; allaying fears.
- Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations.
- Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to the treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patients on equipment.
- Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
- Answers calls from physician offices hospitals and patients using exemplary customer service skills.
- Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Provide front desk coverage as needed; this includes answering calls from physician offices hospitals and patients and assisting with scheduling.
- Performs other duties including front desk items as assigned
Requirements:
- Must be able to cover 15-20 minutes from your home office. You are responsible for your transportation to and from work including any coverage shifts you accept
- Knowledge of Anatomy & Kinesiology
- Knowledge of the equipment used in therapy work.
- Knowledge of the behavior and needs of patients.
- Knowledge of proper strengthening techniques.
- Knowledge of the use of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices.
- Ability to successfully complete in-service training.
- Ability to observe evaluate and record conditions reactions and changes in patients physical condition.
- Ability to maintain appropriate attitude and conduct necessary to the welfare of patients.
- Ability to create and maintain records and write brief reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- One (1) year of medical office experience preferred with familiarity in EMR systems a plus.
- One year of experience in a customer service-oriented role is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Google Suite is required.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with customers co-workers and management while calmly and effectively resolving client concerns
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly adapt to new programs.
- Ability to successfully complete in-service training.
- Ability to observe evaluate and record patients conditions reactions and changes in physical condition.
- Ability to maintain a professional attitude and conduct in the welfare of patients.
- Strong record-keeping and report-writing skills.
- Ability to use logic and problem-solving skills to resolve issues
- Ability to work independently under tight deadlines in a rapidly changing environment
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Were looking for career-minded individuals interested in long term-opportunities not seasonal or temporary roles
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job the staff member is frequently required to walk stand; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The staff member can regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and depth perception.
The above statements are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple completing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the companys services (may include: visitors patients staff members or others).
Employment Type
Full-Time
