What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Aide position at East Hampton Physical Therapy?
Job Overview
A Physical Therapy Aide plays a key role in supporting patient recovery and ensuring the smooth, efficient operation of a busy rehabilitation environment. In this hands-on, fast-paced role, you’ll work closely with licensed physical therapists to deliver exceptional patient care, maintain a safe and organized clinic, and help patients feel supported throughout their rehabilitation journey. This paid position is an excellent opportunity to gain real-world clinical experience while making a meaningful impact on patients’ mobility, comfort, and overall quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Therapy Session Support — Assist physical therapists with patient intake, session setup, and post-treatment cleanup to keep appointments running efficiently.
- Safe Patient Transfers — Use proper manual handling techniques to support patient transfers and ensure safety and comfort.
- Treatment Area Preparation — Set up equipment, organize supplies, and maintain a clean, ready-to-use environment for each therapy session.
- Exercise Monitoring — Observe patients during exercises, offer encouragement, and help them follow prescribed routines correctly.
- Confidentiality Compliance — Protect patient privacy and adhere to all confidentiality and regulatory standards.
- Administrative Assistance — Support documentation, update medical records, assist with scheduling, and help maintain accurate patient progress notes.
- Rehabilitation Support — Assist with mobility exercises, gait training, and post-acute care activities under therapist supervision.
Experience & Qualifications
- Clinical Experience — Prior work or training in physical therapy or rehabilitation is highly preferred.
- Patient Interaction Skills — Strong communication, empathy, and patient engagement abilities.
- Medical Knowledge — Understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and foundational physiotherapy concepts.
- Hospital or Inpatient Experience — Experience in hospital or inpatient environments is beneficial for adapting to acute care needs.
- Safety & Certification — Familiarity with patient transfer methods, safe lifting techniques, CPR certification, and hospital protocols is advantageous.
- Geriatric or Sub‑Acute Experience — Background in geriatrics or sub-acute care supports success in this role.
- Confidentiality & Multitasking — Ability to maintain privacy while managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Embark on a rewarding career where your proactive mindset, compassion, and commitment to patient care help transform lives through dedicated physical therapy support.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25