Physical Therapy Aide

Job Description This position provides support to Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant for clinical and non-clinical duties under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist. This is a great opportunity to gain patient care experience and learn more about Physical Therapy in an orthopedic outpatient setting. Essential Job Duties

• Support the physical therapist as care is provided to patients and completes required documentation appropriately
• May communicate patient subjective report and concerns to supervising therapist
• May operate and inspect designated equipment protocols to maintain a safe and functional environment
• May prepare and maintain the treatment area for accommodation of all patients
• May review, correct, and maintain patient schedules
• May assist with various office and clerical functions (e.g., answering phone calls, obtaining patient information, Insurance verification, preparing patient charts, obtaining and following patient billing practices, batching daily charges) Specifics

Benefits Eligible:

No

Shift Details:

(Current Shift Available): Tuesday and Thursday 7 am - 7:30 pm Other hours and staff coverage available

Department:

Active Lifestyles Physical Therapy (outpatient orthopedic private practice), Draper, Utah Minimum Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
• Basic computer skills Completed or in process of completing a 4-year degree in a health science related major Interested in applying for and attending a physical therapy doctorate program Basic understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology Physical Requirements
• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. Preferred Requirements
• One year experience in a health-related field
• Pursuing a degree in a Rehabilitation field (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, etc.

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Please Note:

All positions subject to close without notice. Active Lifestyles Physical Therapy prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status, disability and/or genetic information

Job Type:

Full-time Ability to

Relocate:

Draper, UT 84020: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person