Administrative Skills, Anatomy, CPR Certification, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Document Management, First Aid, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, Infection Control, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Maintain Compliance, Medical Record System, Medical Terminology, Mentoring, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Confidentiality, Philosophy, Physical Therapy, Physiology, Records Management, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Treatment Plan
Company Description
Salary information: $17.00 an hour
North Lake Physical Therapy has several locations serving the Portland Metro area for more than 38 years. Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality therapy through hands-on, personalized care and education. Our seasoned, licensed therapists develop treatment plans based on the individual''s unique needs.
Our personalized approach ensures patient comprehension and will enhance proper treatment progression to secure the best outcome for our patients. Come join our caring team of clinical experts!
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide to join our dynamic healthcare team in Portland. As a Physical Therapy Aide, you will play a vital role in supporting licensed physical therapists while ensuring exceptional patient care and maintaining an efficient therapy environment.
- Assist physical therapists during treatment sessions and therapeutic exercises
- Safely transport and transfer patients to and from treatment areas
- Prepare, sanitize, and maintain treatment areas and equipment
- Schedule patient appointments and manage electronic health records
- Monitor and maintain therapy supply inventory
- Perform administrative tasks including answering phones and managing documentation
- Support therapists in patient education and exercise demonstration
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient care delivery
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications
- Proficiency in patient transfer techniques and safety protocols
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy/physiology
- Experience with electronic health records systems preferred
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- Physical stamina to assist patients and handle therapy equipment
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Previous healthcare experience preferred but not required
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality requirements
- Ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team
- Professional demeanor and commitment to patient care
Additional Information
Salary information: $17.00 an hour
- 401k with matching
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible schedule
- Clinical mentorship
- Employee discount plans
- Full suite of benefits
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US Physical Therapy Inc
U.S. Physical Therapy is one of the largest publicly-traded, pure-play operator of outpatient physical and occupational therapy clinics.
The clinics provide pre- and post-operative care for a variety of orthopedic-related disorders and sports-related injuries, rehabilitation of injured workers and preventative care. USPh also manages physical therapy facilities for third parties, including physician groups and hospitals. Each of USPh’s clinics are directed by a licensed physical therapist that drive patient volume via local physicians, former patients and other referral sources. Marketing representatives are used to further augment sales.
USPh has grown its business through a combination of de novo development and strategic acquisitions. The strategic acquisitions has accelerated the Company’s growth, and are structured with significant ownership retained by the practice owners and founders.