Physical Therapy Aide Job at Catholic Health in West Islip

Overview:

Good Samaritan University Hospital is a 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

Job Details:

The inpatient Physical Therapy Aide works under the direct supervision of physical and occupational therapists and physical therapist assistants to assist with patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Assists staff with patient care under therapist supervision
• Sets up of patient room prior to therapy session
• Follows IC protocols to maintain therapy equipment
• Maintains pars of therapy equipment on patient care units

• Patient population includes cardiac, orthopedic, neurologic, vascular, pulmonary and medical-surgical patient.
• Works with interdisciplinary therapy team
• Assist with routine operations of the department

Requirements:

• HS Diploma/GED required
• Experience in the health field preferred
• BLS certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to comply with all regulatory standards

Posted Salary Range:
USD $22.60 - USD $31.64 /Hr.

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This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidates qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.