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About the Role
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy has immediate openings for Physical Therapist Aides! Join a growing, innovative organization that offers state-of-the-art facilities, well-trained support staff, and a collaborative team environment. If you're passionate about making a difference, eager to grow your career, and committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care, we want you on our team. Apply today and join a team that puts patients and people first.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under the supervision of a Doctor of Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy.
- Prepare heat and ice packs, paraffin dips, and assist patients to the pool.
- Guide patients to exercise equipment, monitor motion, and track physical exertion levels.
- Guide patients through prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
- Ensure operation of treatment equipment by completing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer 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, and allaying fears.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and protect operations.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Provide equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering them to the treatment area, positioning equipment for therapist access, and positioning patients on equipment.
- Prepare the 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, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt of supplies.
- Provide front desk coverage as needed, including answering calls and assisting with scheduling.
- Perform other front desk duties and assignments as required.
Requirements
- Must be able to cover 15-20 minutes from your home office.
- Responsible for transportation to and from work, including any coverage shifts accepted.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands.
- Ability to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.
- Ability to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals to ensure access to the company’s services.
Skills
- 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
- Walking
- Standing
- Sitting
- Using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
- Reaching with hands and arms
- Climbing or balancing
- Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
- Talking or hearing
- Lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds
- Close vision
- Distance vision
- Depth perception
- Customer service skills
Work Type
- Full-time
Salary/Compensations
- USD 17 - USD 18.50 - hourly
About the Company
- Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company who offers Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, Massage and Acupuncture services.
- We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients, our doctors, and our community.
- We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.