Physical Therapy Assistant

1 week ago


Ridge, New York, United States METRO PHYSICAL & AQUATIC THERAPY Full time
Job Title: Physical Therapy AideAbout Us

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company that offers Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, Massage, and Acupuncture services. Our team is driven by a mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.

We take great pride in creating an everlasting bond with our patients, doctors, and community. Our state-of-the-art space and equipment ensure that our clinics enjoy a well-trained support staff.

Job Summary

Our clinics have immediate openings for Physical Therapist Aides. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under the supervision of a Doctor of Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy.
  • Help 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.
  • Ensure operation of treatment equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.
  • Educate patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
  • Prepare patients for therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing, and/or assisting patients into therapy sessions.
  • Provide information to patients by answering questions and requests, allaying fears.
  • Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Provide equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to the treatment area, positioning equipment for therapist access, and positioning patients on equipment.
  • Prepare treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
  • Answer calls from physician offices, hospitals, and patients using exemplary customer service skills.
  • Maintain physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, and verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Provide front desk coverage as needed, including answering calls from physician offices, hospitals, and patients, and assisting with scheduling.
  • Perform other duties and assignments as required.
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.


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