P.T. AIDE

Position Summary

Administers physical therapy treatments under the direct supervision of a physical therapist, transports patients as necessary, carries out departmental infection control, assists in the delivery of clerical work, and assists therapists as necessary.

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  

High School diploma or equivalent.

• Training and Experience:
  
  

Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department.

• Job Knowledge:
  
  

Must be willing to learn basic modalities and equipment procedures. Must be comfortable working with direct patient care.

Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Constant standing and walking.
• Heavy lifting of patient and equipment.
• Possible exposure to infectious diseases or radiation.