Physical Therapy Aide (Part Time)

Job Description

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is seeking part-time Physical Therapist Aides to join their growing team. This is a fast-paced, supportive environment offering state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative atmosphere.

Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under supervision
• Helps treat patients by preparing heat and ice packs, assisting with pool activities, guiding exercise, monitoring exertion, and leading exercises and strengthening techniques
• Ensures equipment operation by completing maintenance, troubleshooting, and calling for repairs
• Educates patients on proper equipment and exercise routines
• Welcomes, comforts, and assists patients during therapy sessions
• Provides information to patients and addresses concerns
• Maintains patient confidentiality and ensures a safe, clean environment
• Prepares treatment room and equipment for patients
• Answers calls from physician offices, hospitals, and patients
• Manages supplies inventory and assists with scheduling
• Performs front desk duties as needed

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, climbing, balancing
• Regular lifting and moving up to 40 pounds
• Close vision, distance vision, and depth perception

Qualifications

• Able to cover 15-20 minutes from home office
• Knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology
• Knowledge of therapy equipment
• Knowledge of patient behavior and needs
• Knowledge of proper strengthening techniques
• Knowledge of restraint and aggressive behavior management
• Ability to complete in-service training
• Ability to observe, evaluate, and record patient conditions
• Ability to maintain professional attitude and conduct
• Ability to create and maintain records and write brief reports
• Effective communication skills

Additional Information

The anticipated hourly pay range for this position is $17-$18.50/hr. Compensation is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography.