About this Physical Therapy Aide- Full Time Days role at Cape Fear Valley Health
Facility
Cape Fear Valley Medical CenterLocation
Fayetteville, North CarolinaDepartment
Physical TherapyJob Family
Allied HealthWork Shift
Days (United States of America)Summary
Assists licensed personnel in the preparation of the environment and patient for treatment. Performs delegated duties as assigned by the clinical staff. Works as an effective Team member that contributes work efforts towards the improvement of quality patient care.Major Job Functions
The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:
Recognizes, selects, and utilizes effective methods of verbal and non-verbal interactions based on the age of the patient
Assists therapist with plus-two patient mobility activities
Assists licensed personnel in the coordination of the delivery of therapy services
Efficiently utilizes resources of human, equipment and supplies
Supports therapists and department in various tasks and activities as assigned and delegated
Authorized to have access to medications due to their job responsibilities after successfully completing annual on-line mandatory education titled “Medication Security”
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:
Education and Formal Training:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Work Experience:
Prior experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
Ability to effectively apply knowledge and skills learned
Effective problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills which requires the ability to quickly assess situations and appropriately respond in a timely manner
Ability to understand role as defined and work within a team-oriented environment
Physical Requirements:
Ability to communicate orally, read, write, hear, and visually assess patient status
Ability to utilize proper body mechanics when examining or delivering care
Ability to transfer and transport patients of various body weight and composition
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, lift, turn, twist, sit, and walk frequently
Ability to demonstrate proper use of and manipulate equipment
Required Licenses and Certifications
BLS - American Heart AssociationCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity