What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Aide position at Kaiser Permanente?
Under direct supervision, performs various patient care responsibilities as delegated and instructed by the Registered Physical Therapist. Provide patient care, routine clerical, department maintenance, and other non-patient care duties under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapy manager.
Essential Functions:
• Assists patients in preparation for treatment
• Apply therapeutic modalities in accordance with department policies and procedures
• Instruct patients in the use of ambulation aids, transfer techniques, and supportive devices as delegated by the therapist
• Assist physical therapist and physical therapy assistants with procedures and treatments when requested
• Document treatment given to patient
• Document in medical records, when necessary, to explain cancellations of or changes in the physical therapy schedules
• Clean and maintain treatment areas and equipment
• Transport equipment and supplies for treatment and class presentations
• Maintain adequate supplies of linen and necessary materials in treatment rooms
• Order materials and supplies
• Perform other related duties as necessary
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities
Essential Functions:
• Assists patients in preparation for treatment
• Apply therapeutic modalities in accordance with department policies and procedures
• Instruct patients in the use of ambulation aids, transfer techniques, and supportive devices as delegated by the therapist
• Assist physical therapist and physical therapy assistants with procedures and treatments when requested
• Document treatment given to patient
• Document in medical records, when necessary, to explain cancellations of or changes in the physical therapy schedules
• Clean and maintain treatment areas and equipment
• Transport equipment and supplies for treatment and class presentations
• Maintain adequate supplies of linen and necessary materials in treatment rooms
• Order materials and supplies
• Perform other related duties as necessary
• This job has no supervisory responsibilities
Grade 145
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum of one (1) year patient care experience, preferably in a Physical Therapy acute care setting and outpatient setting
• High school diploma/GED
• BLS
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and basic anatomy
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment
• Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement
• Minimum of one (1) year patient care experience, preferably in a Physical Therapy acute care setting and outpatient setting
• High school diploma/GED
• BLS
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and basic anatomy
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment
• Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement
Notes:
- Aide covers hospital, clinic and front desk setting.
- Shift may change depending on front desk need.
- Potential to work up.
Salary : $31 - $32
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