Physical Therapy Aide

Physical Therapy Aide

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life. Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment. To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.

• Manages their time effectively throughout the day to facilitate efficiency within the department.
• Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, provides appropriate assistance in groups/concurrent sessions and individual sessions.
• Assists with electronic charge reconciliation and communicates discrepancies to management accurately and timely.
• Assists with orientation and in-service training for newly hired aides (staff) and volunteers.
• Assist therapists with implementation of multi-disciplinary plan of care for each patient.
• Develops skills that enhance and align with the department clinical and business development through proper use of new technology for accurate and appropriate assistance.

Required

• High School Graduate or High School GED
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support

Preferred

• Six months patient care experience