Physical Therapy Aide

Responsibilities

• Assists Licensed Therapists and Licensed Therapy Assistants with patient care and therapeutic activities.
• Prepares and maintains the treatment area to ensure a safe and organized environment.
• Performs clerical duties, including ordering and stocking departmental supplies.
• Transports pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients to and from therapy sessions, taking precautions to avoid aggravating any injuries or medical conditions.
• Safely transfers patients in and out of wheelchairs, beds, gurneys, and other equipment using proper body mechanics and safety techniques.
• Affords assistance with patient transfers, treatments, and delivery of therapy equipment to patient rooms, as requested.
• Helps manage the therapy schedule, tracks equipment usage, and ensures daily cleaning and maintenance assignments are completed.
• Maintains high personal standards, professionalism, and positive working relationships with team members and patients.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Prior hospital Physical Therapy Aide experience preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work well with others with tact and diplomacy.
• Good verbal, written and listening skills.
• Good organizational skills are essential.
• Basic clerical skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands.

Pay

Pay Range: USD $18.47 - USD $25.01 /Hr.

Benefits

To learn more about our employee benefits, please visit: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you