Physical Therapy Aide

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DEPARTMENT
Physical Therapy

EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time/Part-time or per diem
Flexible 10 hour shifts

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Must be at least 17 years of age and a senior in high school; high school grad preferred

  • No prior experience or training needed

  • Individual who plans to pursue a career in Physical Therapy as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant preferred

  • 100 hours of volunteer experience in a physical therapy setting preferred

REQUIREMENTS
The Physical Therapy Aide is specifically trained under the direction of a Physical Therapist to perform routine tasks in the provision of physical therapy services. the physical therapy aide will perform non-patients related tasks such as observation of the patient, transport of the patient, physical support during gait or transfer activities, housekeeping and clerical duties. The physical therapy aide can perform patient related tasks only under the orders, direction and immediate continuous supervision of the Physical Therapist in all service areas of the PT department including outpatient, skilled nursing, and Medical Surgical unit at MCH.

EDUCATION

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

I hereby certify that I have been informed of the duties of the position that I am applying for and that the information of this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree to have any of the statements checked by the Mountains Community Hospital unless I have indicated to the contrary. I understand and agree that, if offered a position, I will be required to take and pass a physical examination including drug testing before I will be allowed to commence work. Further I understand that falsification or omission of any material information on this application may be considered sufficient cause for immediate termination. I agree that, if employed, I will abide by and observe all policies, procedures, rules and regulations established by Mountains Community Hospital and understand that my employment is at will, if hired.