Physical Therapy Tech
Semmes Murphey, Southaven, MS, United States
The Semmes Murphey Southaven office is hiring! We are looking for a Physical Therapy Technician; your primary responsibility is to perform tasks which assist the physical therapist in providing patient care, as well as cleaning and maintaining treatment areas and equipment.
Semmes Murphey Clinic is committed to implementing a team-based approach to provide excellence in patient care. The Physical Therapy Technician will work with other members of Semmes Murphey Clinic to provide patient services and is expected to participate in the appropriate team activities with the objective of providing a high standard of patient and clinical service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES
Performs clerical and reception duties as needed to ensure adequate coverage of the reception desk at all times
Prepares, maintains and cleans the treatment area to ensure appropriate patient care
Cleans and maintains equipment with safety check list to ensure patient safety
Transports patient to and from treatment area
Assists patients in dressing and undressing, and putting on and removing supportive devices such as braces, splints and slings before and after treatments
Under the supervision and direction of a licensed physical therapist, assists in patient related activities for those of which the technician has been trained
Motivates and assists patients in safe and correct performance of activities or exercises related to the development of strength, flexibility and endurance
Observes and reports the patients’ conditions, reactions, and responses to the physical therapist
Performs other related duties as requested by the Physical Therapy Director and Physical Therapists
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
General knowledge of the healthcare industry and Physical Therapy
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel Outlook), internet software and electronic medical records (EMR)
Effective communication, both oral and written
Ability to comprehend and interpret verbal orders and direction
Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers
Establishes effective working relationships among team members
Ability to provide excellent customer service during difficult or emotional situations
Ability to manage workflow and prioritize demands
High level of confidentiality and discretion
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Semmes Murphey Clinic is committed to implementing a team-based approach to provide excellence in patient care. The Physical Therapy Technician will work with other members of Semmes Murphey Clinic to provide patient services and is expected to participate in the appropriate team activities with the objective of providing a high standard of patient and clinical service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES
Performs clerical and reception duties as needed to ensure adequate coverage of the reception desk at all times
Prepares, maintains and cleans the treatment area to ensure appropriate patient care
Cleans and maintains equipment with safety check list to ensure patient safety
Transports patient to and from treatment area
Assists patients in dressing and undressing, and putting on and removing supportive devices such as braces, splints and slings before and after treatments
Under the supervision and direction of a licensed physical therapist, assists in patient related activities for those of which the technician has been trained
Motivates and assists patients in safe and correct performance of activities or exercises related to the development of strength, flexibility and endurance
Observes and reports the patients’ conditions, reactions, and responses to the physical therapist
Performs other related duties as requested by the Physical Therapy Director and Physical Therapists
Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
One (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
General knowledge of the healthcare industry and Physical Therapy
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel Outlook), internet software and electronic medical records (EMR)
Effective communication, both oral and written
Ability to comprehend and interpret verbal orders and direction
Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers
Establishes effective working relationships among team members
Ability to provide excellent customer service during difficult or emotional situations
Ability to manage workflow and prioritize demands
High level of confidentiality and discretion
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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