- Location
- Pensacola, FL
- Department
- IT
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
JOB SUMMARY
Performs any combination of following duties under direction of a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist patients to dress, undress and put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, and slings, before and after treatments.
- Operate Ultrasound, TENS, IF Stimulation, Neuromuscular Stimulation, and Lontophoresis as instructed and supervised by the PT or PTA.
- Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.
- Safeguard, motivate and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction of professional staff.
- Provide routine treatments, such as hydrotherapy, hot and colds packs, and paraffin bath.
- Transport patients to and from treatment.
- Clean work area and equipment after treatment area.
- May inventory and requisition supplies and equipment.
- May adjust fit of supportive devices for patients, as instructed.
- May be assigned to specific type of treatment or patient service and be designated Physical Therapy Aide, Hydrotherapy (medical service); Physical Therapy Aide, Transport (medical service), application of modalities.
CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures.
- Attend all corporate and department-specific required training.
- Uphold MCC’s Purpose, Values, and Vision.
- Abide by MCC’s Corporate Culture Responsibilities.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly
Requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum education requirement is high school diploma or GED.
- Must hold and maintain Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification, in accordance with American Heart Association training.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Displays customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers.
- Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner.
- Displays computer proficiency (i.e. PC windows and MS Office environment) and ability to quickly learn new applications.
- Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication.
- Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds.
- Displays ability of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Medium (exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally)
- Standing/Walking: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time
- Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time
- Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods.
- Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions.
- Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time during an 8-hour workday.
- Ability to perform physical labor that include holding, stooping, kneeling and occasionally lifting 50 pounds without mechanical aide for extended periods of time during an 8-hour workday.
- Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes
- Seeing: Yes
- Hearing: Yes
EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Must exhibit stable work behaviors daily.
- Must possess adequate individual coping skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional regardless of workload or time constraints.
- Must be able to work under stress and remain calm and professional.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Clinical back office environment
- Exposed to frequent and constant interruptions in daily functions/schedule.
- Must be available to customers and staff throughout the day.
- May be required to work extended hours to meet department needs
Skills
CPR
