What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Aide position at Abilene Sports Medicine and Orthopedics?
Description
Job Summary: A Physical Therapy Aide supports Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Assistants with the planning and implementation of patient care. They provide administrative support and provide assistance in patient care based upon a Physical Therapist’s order after a total assessment and written evaluation is completed that is appropriate for the patient’s need and medical condition. The PT Aide will provide such treatment in compliance with the company’s Policies and Procedures, and supports the clinic’s commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement. The PT Aide will administer care appropriate to the age of the patients whose relatively significant population includes pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
Key Functions:
- Utilizes a collaborative relationship to ensure the safe, efficient delivery of patient care
- Interacts frequently with all patient service departments
- Provides patient care for patients as needed, responding to their requests for assistance. Builds a rapport with patients and often schedule treatments and assist in the establishment of plans of care and treatment goals.
- Assist with patient prep before treatment, transferring, transporting, and positioning patients; also assist during and after treatment as needed. Performs selective treatment procedures according to ability, make recommendations to patients and assess abilities and limits, documenting and communicating this information to the Physical Therapist.
- Responsible for all physical therapy equipment, the Physical Therapy Technician will set up and take down relevant equipment for Physical Therapist use during treatment sessions and also manage inventory and care for and maintain equipment.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their family members; respond to patient questions and concerns, deliver information, and maintain patient satisfaction.
- Maintains work area in neat and orderly manner.
- Complies with HIPAA procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, kinesiology, or related field preferred, but not required. Experience in a prior physical therapy clinic helpful.