Job Summary:

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 Responsibilities:

+ 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.

+ Transpor...