Physical Therapy Aide, On Call

Job Summary:

Performs various patient care responsibilities as delegated and instructed by the Registered Physical Therapist. Provide patient care, routine clerical, department maintenance, and other non-patient care duties under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapy manager.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assists patients in preparation for treatment.
• Apply therapeutic modalities in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Instruct patients in the use of ambulation aids, transfer techniques and supportive devices as delegated by the therapist.
• Assist physical therapist and physical therapy assistants with procedures and treatments when requested.
• Document treatment given to patient.
• Document in medical records, when necessary, to explain cancellations of or changes in the physical therapy schedules.
• Clean and maintain treatment areas and equipment.
• Transport equipment and supplies for treatment and class presentations.
• Maintain adequate supplies of linen and necessary materials in treatment rooms.
• Order materials and supplies.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Consistently supports the precepts of Corporate Compliance and Principles of Responsibility by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with integrity, reporting observed fraud and abuse and complying with applicable state, federal and local laws and program policies and procedures.

Grade 145