Therapy Aide- Ashwaubenon - Green Bay Wisconsin

Company: Prevea Health
Location: Green Bay, Wisconsin
Posted On: 01/18/2025

Physical Therapy Aide



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Job Summary
At Prevea Health, the Therapy Aide is responsible for supporting all therapies, including physical therapy, speech-language , and occupational therapy, by assisting with patient preparation, equipment setup, and administrative tasks to ensure efficient and effective therapy sessions. This role is vital in maintaining a well-organized therapy environment and enhancing patient care.

What you will do


* Carries out routine operational functions including maintaining treatment and gym areas. This can include cleaning, disinfecting, and store therapy equipment after each use. Also reporting any equipment malfunctions to staff.
* Provide patient assistance by escorting them to treatment areas and with any further patient set up as instructed by the therapist.
* Assist with positioning during therapy session this could include but is not limited guarding techniques for patient safety, providing support to treatment modalities, etc.
* Offers administrative support in conjunction with Patient Service Representative team to help manage patient wait-list and other scheduling needs within electronic medical records system (EPIC)
* Order supplies and equipment for clinics


Education Qualifications


* High School Diploma and/or GED Required

Skills and Abilities


* Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of therapy to provide appropriate care to the patient.
* Working knowledge of medical terminology
* Working knowledge of electronic medical records system (EPIC)
* Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
* Fosters work and patient relationships through excellent interpersonal skills and behaviors.
* Ability to prioritize work and meet changing demands.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to work under stressful or emergency situations with high concentration and energy level.
* Possess skills to effectively problem solve.
* Ability to use computer, phone and office equipment.
* Possess effective written and verbal communication.

Licenses and Certifications


* CPR/BLS Certification-Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification from an approved program. Required

Physical Demands


* Sit - Rarely
* Stand - Constantly
* Walk - Constantly
* Bend (Neck) - Frequently
* Bend (Waist) - Rarely
* Squat - Rarely
* Kneel/Crawl - Occasionally
* Twist/Turn (Neck) - Rarely
* Twist/Turn(Waist) - Frequently
* Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs. - Constantly
* Lift/Carry 11-25 lbs. - Frequently
* Lift/Carry 26-35 lbs. - Rarely
* Lift/Carry 36-50 lbs. - Rarely
* Push/Pull 36-50 lbs. - Rarely
* Push/Pull 51-75 lbs. - Rarely
* Reach (Above shoulder level) - Occasionally
* Reach (Below shoulder level) - Constantly
* Simple Grasping (Hands/Arms) - Constantly
* Fine Manipulation (Hands/Arms) - Constantly
* Gross Manipulation (Hands/Arms) - Constantly


Working Conditions


* Extreme cold - Rarely
* Extreme heat - Rarely
* Humidity - Rarely
* Wet - Rarely
* Noise - Occasionally
* Hazards - Occasionally


Hearing Requirements


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