Physical Therapy Aide - Torrance, United States - Optum

Optum

Verified Company

Torrance, United States

4 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

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Position in this function is responsible for performing routine patient care duties as directed by and under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.

Performs physical therapy modalities and procedures in accordance with the treatment plan as determined by the Physical Therapist, the State of California Physical Therapy Practice Act, the American Physical Therapy Association Code of Ethics, and Optum policies and procedures.

Also performs general department duties for the maintenance of physical therapy treatment areas, equipment, and supplies.

Primary Responsibilities:

Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate Optum's commitment to superior customer service, including quality, care and concern with each and every internal and external customer
Maintains an ontime patient appointment schedule in accordance with established department standard for productivity. Alters schedule to meet department or patient needs. Maintains productivity outside of patient schedule
Assumes responsibility for the care and safety of each patent during treatment
Documents patient treatments and responses in the physical therapy patient chart. Completes all documentation in an accurate, legible and timely manner
Reports any and all changes in the patient's condition to the Physical Therapist as immediacy dictates
Assists in the orientation and training of new staff members as appropriate
Performs general department duties for the routine maintenance of clinical and nonclinical areas, equipment and supplies
Keeps department area clean and orderly
Assists front office
Adheres to Universal Precautions at all times
Adheres to safety policies and procedures at all times
Uses, protects, and discloses Optum patients' protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
Performs additional duties as assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

Current CPR certification
Customer service experience
Patient care experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Attendance in postsecondary education with emphasis in the Sciences
1+ years of previous patient care experience
Experience in physical therapy
Bilingual in English and Spanish
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