Physical Therapy (PT) Aide

Position Summary

The Physical Therapy Aide assists in carrying out rehab related activities which are pre-determined for each patient and assigned by the supervising licensed therapist in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Health care experience preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. Must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Carry out treatment programs as pre-determined for each patient and delegated by the supervising therapist
• Absorb and communicate patient’s response for treatments to supervising therapist appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and timely
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Absorb and assist in the evacuation of patients
• Display dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours