Physical Occ Therapy Aide

Job Description

Duties:

  • Assumes responsibility for timely patient care, prepares patients for treatment, and assists with taking patients off modalities.
  • Assists therapists when needed with outpatient/inpatient treatments under direct supervision.
  • Works under the direct clinical direction of the therapists and makes judgements to ensure patient’s safety.
  • Maintains POST work area in a clean, orderly and well-stocked fashion.
  • Performs clerical tasks and assists in reception duties as needed.
  • Assists in the accurate documentation of patient information when assisting with DME products.
  • Possess knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement principles and supports POST philosophy of performance improvement. Participates on Quality Action Teams using the F.A.D.E. process.
  • Participates in in-services or continuing educational meetings concerning therapy services.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in an outpatient rehab or acute care setting strongly preferred.
  • Must maintain active BLS Certification.