Physical Therapy Aide

North Bend Medical Center Job Posting Job Title: Physical Therapy Aide Department: Physical Therapy Report To: Department Manager North Bend Medical Center is currently hiring a Physical Therapy Aide. Located in Coos Bay Oregon along the beautiful Southern Oregon coast. North Bend Medical Center hosts over 100+ providers in a variety of specialties and 400+ employees.

North Bend Medical Center is dedicated to providing opportunities for careers and making a difference in people’s lives with a strong desire to help others. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members.

The strength of our agency lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at NBMC. We are committed to offering: Competitive wages Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance options Generous paid time off 401k + company contributions Team-oriented atmosphere that values each of our employees as individuals and their work-life balance.

Full Job Description Position Summary: Responsible for following supervisor’s instructions involving patient care, organization, and clean-up of treatment areas, and office duties. Primary Responsibilities: Transport patients, as needed, to and from treatment area using wheelchair or providing standing support. Assist with treatment as directed by Physical Therapist as allowed in the State Practice Act.

Provide services to include exercises, heat/cold modalities, prevention of injury, bracing and taping as allowed in the State Practice Act. Communicates with supervisor and other health care interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems, or plans. Keeps treatment areas clean, organized, and unobstructed.

Cleans equipment after treatment. Demonstrates effective communication methods wither written, verbal, non-verbal or electronic. Has a positive influence on others. Listens to and acknowledges the concerns of patients and co-workers. Communicates effectively with patients and co-workers exchanging information and opinions constructively.

Treats all patients with respect and does not breach patient confidentiality. Exercises good judgment in communication with regard to timing, circumstances, place and person. Makes effective decisions that reflect clear and logical thinking. Demonstrates flexibility in examining new approaches in response to changing organizational objectives.

Identifies and works proactively to solve problems. Demonstrates willingness and ability to go the “extra mile” in meeting customer needs. Represents the clinic professionally. Identifies and responds appropriately to both internal and external customer needs utilizing available resources. Keeps composure under stress.

Is approachable and compassionate. Prioritizes work activities based on clinic demands to complete assignments with little to no supervision. Is punctual for shift. Obtains prior approval for overtime and schedule changes from supervisor. Observes policies regarding break/meals, time off and calling in sick. Assist with ultrasounds as directed by Therapist and fill ultrasound gel bottles.

Assist with laser as directed by Therapist. Assist with electrical stimulation as directed by Therapist. Assist with fluido therapy as directed by Therapist. All employees have a responsibility to comply with our organization’s policies and procedures, and the code of conduct.

Qualifications

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills dealing with diverse range of people. Ability to work collaboratively and make appropriate decisions. Ability to act with integrity regarding all matters. Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and independent judgement in solving problems. Physical Abilities: Standing, walking and/or continuously moving around.

Kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, or working in other unusual physical positions. Dexterity and eye-hand coordination to provide patient care. visual ability to monitor instruments and computers, recognize colors and observe physical characteristics. Physical ability to react/respond quickly in emergencies.