Position Summary:

The Physical Therapy Aide provides support services to the staff. This includes initiating patient care to assist OP therapists, assisting with group therapies and performing quality checks and proper set up in treatment rooms for safe, efficient care of the patient.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• American Heart Association BLS

Preferred

• 2 years hospital based rehab department experience

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Provides assistance to the Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) during patient treatments requiring more than one individual for safety or equipment management. Assists PT or PTA with plan of care established.

• Identifies where the PT aide can assist the PT or PTA and takes the initiative to complete duties within the scope of their training.

• Educates patients, families, and caregivers in strategies to manage pain, improve safety and function and educate re: individualized plan of care.

• Identifies issues re: patient safety and follows through with processes to accomplish safety for all involved. (family, caregiver, patient)

• Identifies where the PT aide can assist the PT or PTA and takes the initiative to complete duties within the scope of their training.

• Abides by BDH's policies re: Infection Control

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.

• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work varied shifts.

• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality.

• Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment.

• Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling: Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.) Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.) Carry equipment/supplies. Use upper body strength (CPR, physically restrain patient, etc.)

• Extended Hours: The role may involve working for extended periods, requiring sitting, walking, or standing for eight or more hours daily.

• Flexible Schedule: The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.

• On-Call Availability: On-call work may be required to respond to organizational and patient needs promptly.

• Effective Communication: Proficient in effective communication, both in person and through various technologies.

• Handling Challenging Situations: The role may involve dealing with upset individuals, requiring the ability to de-escalate situations and work effectively with frustrated patients or families.

• Repetitive Tasks: Ability to perform repetitive tasks as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.

Exposures

Tasks Include Potential Exposure: Job tasks may involve exposure to:

• Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.

• Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed

• Various chemicals and medications used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances.

• Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses

• Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

77346190 Physical Therapy (BHDH)

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