Physical Therapy Aide

TEAM Physical Therapy is looking for a dynamic Physical Therapy Aide to provide support to our licensed physical therapists and exceptional care to our patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Greet patients and establish a positive connection

· Demonstrate exercise

· Organize, prepare equipment, and clean treatment areas as necessary

· Prepare pre-treatment heat and ice packs when necessary

· Prepare patient binders for home exercise including photos
· Perform administrative tasks

OTHER DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Observes strict confidentiality of patient & TEAM’s private information.

· Demonstrate proficient time management skills.

· Maintain a clean working environment.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

· Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, operation of standard office equipment
· Operation of computer, MS Office, keyboard, telephone, copier, and other standard office equipment

· Verbal and written communication to effectively interact with co-workers and patients.

· Must be detail oriented, professional, and reliable.

· Ability to learn and successfully use specialized software applications.

· Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.

· Ability to be compassionate and patient-focused

· Ability to maintain confidentiality as required by HIPAA and Team policy.

· Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment

· Ability to take direction and follow accepted practices and procedures

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

· Bachelor’s degree in health science, exercise, or sports medicine (preferred)

· CPR certification (preferred)

· High School diploma or equivalent, required.

· Strong critical thinking skills

· Understanding of basic principles of infection control

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand, use hands, speak, and hear, see at close vision and bend.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Work is performed in an energetic office environment.