Acute Care, Anatomy, Dental Insurance, Geriatrics, Healthcare, Hospital, Medicine, Orthopedics, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Physiology, Progress Reports, Spanish Language, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Bergenfield, NJ
POSTED
30+ days ago
**Job Overview:**
We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist physical therapists in providing care to patients, ensuring a smooth and efficient rehabilitation process.
*SPANISH SPEAKING REQUIRED*
**Duties:**
- Support physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients.
- Assist patients with exercises and activities as directed by the therapist.
- Set up equipment and prepare treatment areas for therapy sessions.
- Monitor and report patient progress to the therapist.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of therapy areas.
**Experience:**
- Experience or interest in working with patients in a healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of physiology and anatomy.
- Familiarity with outpatient or acute care settings.
- Understanding of orthopedic and geriatric patient care.
- Strong patient service skills.
**Skills:**
- Caring attitude towards patients' well-being.
- Ability to work effectively with geriatric patients.
- Knowledge of physiology to assist in therapy procedures.
- Experience in outpatient or hospital medicine settings.
- Proficiency in providing quality patient care.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of physical therapy. If you are passionate about helping others on their road to recovery, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.