PT Aide Details

PT Aide

Excel Orthopedic Rehabilitation - West Caldwell, NJ

Employment Type : Full-Time

EXCEL is not just our company name; it’s a term we strive for on a daily basis, for both our patients and employees. Our team-based mentality coupled with a low-volume practice philosophy has helped develop our solid reputation as the premier physical therapy provider in Northern New Jersey since 1990.

About the position: We are looking for a part-time Physical Therapy Aide in our Ramsey clinic who is motivated, hardworking, willing to learn, and has a strong work ethic. A multi-tasker with an up-beat personality will fit perfectly with our team. If this sounds like you, we look forward to reviewing your resume. This is not a seasonal/summer position. This is a part time position to supplement our established facility and staff.

The primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Working with front desk staff on the following:
• Informing treating Physical Therapist when his/her patient arrives.
• Obtaining updated daily schedules at the beginning of each shift
• Relaying any schedule changes to Physical Therapist
• Establishing a plan/timeline with Physical Therapist as to when they would prefer to work with their patient.
• Preparing treatment area for patients (equipment set-up).
• Greeting patients and escorting them to their Physical Therapist prescribed warm up or assigned treatment area.
• Ensuring that patients are actively and safely participating in treatment activities throughout their session.
• Interpreting, organizing, and following patient flow sheets competently.
• Confirming with Physical Therapist that his/her patient has completed all PT prescribed exercises for that session.
• Effectively communicating with PTs and Aides.
• Preparing modalities prescribed by the Physical Therapist.
• Ice Packs
• Hot Packs
• Electrode prep for e-stim
• Setting up exercise machines and facility equipment proactively for patients
• Maintaining a safe environment by wiping tables, disinfecting, organizing, and putting equipment away.
• Laundry throughout the day and stocking treatment towels.

What we provide:

• An excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a team based approach to patient care in for those interested in pursuing a career in Physical Therapy.
• A work-life balance with reasonable hours and no weekends required.

If this sounds like something you are interested in being a part of.

apply to join TEAM EXCEL today!