Physical Therapy Aide - Part Time - Catholic Health

Good Samaritan University Hospital is a 537- bed 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.

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:

• Assist staff with patient care under therapist supervision
• Set up of patient room prior to therapy session
• Follow IC protocols to maintain therapy equipment
• Maintain pars of therapy equipment on patient care units

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

Requirements:

• HS Diploma/GED required
• Experience in the health field preferred but not required
• CPR certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to comply with all regulatory standards

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s 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.