• PT Aide

    Medical Center Hospital (Odessa, TX)


    Position Summary:

    Administers physical therapy treatments under the direct supervision of a physical therapist, transports patients as necessary, carries out departmental infection control, assists in the delivery of clerical work, and assists therapists as necessary.

    Qualifications:

    A. Education:

     

    High School diploma or equivalent.

     

    B. Training and Experience:

     

    Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department.

     

    C. Job Knowledge:

     

    Must be willing to learn basic modalities and equipment procedures. Must be comfortable working with direct patient care.

    Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

    A. Constant standing and walking.

    B. Heavy lifting of patient and equipment.

    C. Possible exposure to infectious diseases or radiation.