The Therapy Aide provides supportive services under the direct supervision of a licensed/registered therapist. Duties include patient related and non-patient related tasks and is dependent on competency and level of training completed. Patient related tasks may include transportation, preparation and assisting patient care, and/or assist with the application of modalities and procedures according to the prescription of the physician and as delegated by the primary therapist of the same discipline.
Non-patient related tasks include maintenance of area, monitoring of equipment and supplies, and clerical duties. Responsibilities Assists staff in treatment/set-up and clean-up under the direct supervision of a licensed therapist. Assists management and management support staff with coordination of patient care.
Assists with the coordination of documentation and clerical duties. Performs routine duties including preparation, maintenance and clean up of the treatment areas and ordering/monitoring of equipment. Follows up with therapist and/or management on incomplete tasks, as appropriate as needed.
Prepares and transports patients as assigned. Assists with group treatment as assigned or requested. Performs scheduling and front office tasks and may perform other related duties such as orientation to new tasks/areas or special projects.
Education High School Diploma/GED - minimum Experience No experience required Must possess a minimum computer competency comprised of a working knowledge of Windows or comparable system (specifically including keyboard and mouse skills). As applicable to individual job duties and expectations, employee must additionally possess a working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation development, e-mail, browser and online reporting. - minimum Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum Certification needs to be the AHA Healthcare Provider type only