Physical Therapy Aide Physical Therapy. Newport Beach, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $16.50

• $18.

00 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid time off On-the-job training 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Patient comfort Patient question and concern management Laundry services Bachelor's degree in kinesiology Kinesiology Phone communication In-person customer service Housekeeping assistance Assisting medical staff Electrotherapy Physical therapy documentation Fitness rehabilitation exercise implementation Bachelor's degree Older adults Electrical stimulation units Therapeutic exercise techniques Stocking Clean workspace maintenance Patient education Ultrasound machines for physical therapy Physical therapy patient education Entry level Office phone management Healthcare facilities housekeeping Therapeutic devices Full Job Description Physical Therapy Aide Position Job Description We are a well established Physical Therapy clinic in Orange County, looking for someone to join our team who feels comfortable interacting with patients and also be able to complete cleaning tasks with attention to detail. Our Physical Therapist treats one patient per 30 minutes, followed by their assigned aide to continue with the exercise program and modalities. This gives patients the most personalized treatment to sports related injuries, orthopedic, balance and vestibular impairments. Patients will vary from high school athletes to active seniors. We believe in providing employees with ongoing training and teaching while on the job. If you are interested in attending PT school and pursuing a career as a physical therapist, working with our team will help prepare you for the orthopedic world, and possibly earn a recommendation letter Ultimately, we want you to provide patients an excellent professional experience at our clinic. This type of experience will both improve you as future PT and the patient's positive outcomes, will make them want to return for any future needs. Responsibilities /

Duties:

• Provide exceptional and professional environment for patients, so they will look forward to coming back.
• Develop patient trust through active communication about the performance and goals of their exercise program.
• Direct and monitor patients through a plan of therapeutic exercises paying attention to detail.
• Accurately and timely enter therapeutic exercises into patient charts.
• Print/email home exercise programs (HEP2GO) or WebPt.
• Apply modalities (ice, heat, laser, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, etc)
• General clinic tasks (including light cleaning, bathroom, laundry, stock supplies and light front office tasks).
• Be able to dress professionally, handle phone calls and take a messages.

Qualifications /

Skills:

• Bachelors degree preferred (Kinesiology or related field preferred) but will consider junior or senior year applicants.
• Being friendly and recalling names to make patients feel comfortable and welcome.
• Be able to hold a professional conversation with a patient (15-20 minutes) during treatment without loosing track of the performance of the exercises .
• Self motivated / self starter who performs assigned tasks without having to be directed.
• Demonstrate an ability to quickly understand and absorb new information.
• Excellent ability to multitask, by maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Dependable, timely and professional attire at all times.. (Prior experience working as a physical therapy aide is preferred) Benefits to you:
• Provide you with on the job training in a professional work environment with a team of supportive staff and not rushed.
• Direct supervision by a licensed physical therapist.
• Learn therapeutic exercises and how to apply modalities in a caring and peaceful environment.

Hours:

This is a part time or Full time position with varying amount of hours available and we desire applicants that plan to be employed, to stay at least approximately one year at our clinic

Job Type:

Part-time or Full time This Job Is Ideal for

Someone Who Is:

Dependable

• more reliable than spontaneous. People-oriented
• enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects. Adaptable/flexible
• enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction. Autonomous/Independent
• enjoys working with little direction. High stress tolerance
• thrives in a high-pressure environment.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$16.50

• $18.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Flexible schedule On-the-job training Paid time off

Work Location:

In person