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Physical Therapy Aide - Lemoore Therapy Center (Part-time, Day Shift)

Adventist Health

#Rehabilitation #CPR Certification #Patient Care #Healthcare #BLS Certification #Patient Charting #Acute Care #Physical Therapy Aide

Quick overview

Provides physical therapy treatments, including modalities and manual techniques, under the supervision of licensed therapists. Guides patients through functional activities such as gait, balance, and bed mobility while maintaining timely chart documentation.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid CPR or BLS certification. An associate's or technical degree in physical therapy is preferred.

high schoolassociate degreePatient DocumentationPatient InstructionPatient ObservationGait TrainingPatient TransfersBed MobilityManual TechniquesPhysical Therapy ModalitiesBalance ActivitiesExercise Techniques

Job description

Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour's travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed.

Job Summary

Provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of licensed physical therapists, including the use of modalities, manual techniques and common exercise techniques. Instructs and guides patients through functional activities, such as bed mobility, transfers, gait, and balance activities.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

High
School
Education/GED or equivalent: Required
Associate’s/Technical Degree in physical therapy or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS
OR
HS-BLS
OR
RQIBLS) certification from approved vendor per
AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

AHA-BLS or
ARC-BLS: Required

Essential Functions

Performs physical therapy treatments, including the use of modalities, manual techniques and common exercise techniques. Instructs and guides patients through functional activities, such as bed mobility, transfers and gait and balance activities.
Observes and follows treatment precautions as identified by physical therapists, nurses or physicians. Observes for changes in patient responses and reports changes to nurses and physical therapists in charge.
Provides daily and timely patient chart documentation of interventions and services provided in the acute care setting. Documents employee and out-patient treatments, as necessary.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.