Physical Therapy Aide/Patient Coordinator Physiosharks Englewood Cliffs, NJ Job Details Part-time | Per diem $20 - $25 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Qualifications Pilates instruction CPR Certification Customer communication BLS Certification Social media content Outpatient experience Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapy Aide/Patient Coordinator, where you will play a vital role in supporting patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations. This energetic position combines hands-on assistance with patients, coordination of appointments, and maintaining a welcoming environment for individuals seeking rehabilitation services. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help facilitate effective therapy sessions, promote patient comfort, and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about helping others recover and regain their independence, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Duties Assist physical therapists with patient setup, transfers, and manual handling to ensure safe and effective therapy sessions Support patients during exercises, providing encouragement and guidance to optimize rehabilitation outcomes Manage patient intake processes, including scheduling appointments, updating medical records, and verifying insurance information Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and session details while strictly maintaining patient confidentiality Prepare treatment areas by organizing equipment, ensuring cleanliness, and setting up therapy tools as directed by therapists Communicate clearly with patients regarding their care plans, post-therapy instructions, and safety protocols Support inpatient and outpatient care by understanding anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology relevant to physical therapy practices Qualifications Knowledge of physiotherapy techniques, rehabilitation procedures, and patient transfer methods Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology related to physical therapy Excellent client communication skills with a compassionate approach to patient service Certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) required or obtainable upon hire Experience working with geriatric populations or in orthopedics, geriatrics, or post-acute care settings is highly desirable This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment dedicated to patient recovery. We value energetic individuals who are committed to making a positive impact on patients' lives through compassionate care and professional excellence.

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 15.0 - 20.0 per week

Benefits:

Continuing education credits Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person