Faculty Group Practice Physical Therapy Aide (35)
Company: NYU Langone Health - Symphony Talent
Location: New York
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked
medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has
trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to
shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of
countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the
Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving
the human condition through medical education, scientific research,
and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity,
and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where
our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all
identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and
individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. For more information, go
to med.nyu.edu, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor,
Indeed, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Faculty Group
Practice Physical Therapy Aide (35).
In this role, the successful candidate The Physical Therapy Aide
assists in the delivery of Therapy services.Job
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Service Standards
and incorporates them into the performance of duties. Excellence:
Demonstrates good judgment in performance of positions function.
Offers suggestions for positive changes for achieving individual,
unit and department goals. Respect: Interacts with patients and
their families in a courteous and respectful manner. Treats each
person as a unique individual with individual health care needs.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively and shares necessary tools and
resources to accomplish goals. Is open to the ideas, approaches,
and perspective of others. Maintain a good rapport with other staff
and physicians. Assumes additional responsibilities and perceive
the total need of the unit. Integrity: Acts ethically and upholds
the organization code of ethics. Maintains proper levels of
confidentially of patient information. Caring: Acts as an advocate
for the patient in all areas of the health care delivery system.
Develops a supportive and therapeutic relationship with the
patient. Demonstrates an empathetic disposition towards people in
need of health care services. Communication: Communicates in a
professional manner that is clear, concise and timely for optimal
results. Able to adapt methods of professional communication to
meet the needs of the listener. Displays an understanding of the
importance of listening to information thoroughly in order to
effectively communicate. Safety: Demonstrates competence in
utilizing equipment in a safe and proper manner. Observes infection
control, health and safety hazards and takes precautionary measures
to reduce or eliminate risks. Physical Environment: Maintains an
organized, uncluttered work environment. Initiates ideas for
improving the physical environment for optimal delivery of therapy
services. Notifies appropriate persons when equipment is in need of
repair or is missing. Learning and Professional Growth: Keeps
abreast of current literature as new developments in the
field.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Planning and Time utilization - Completes assignments within
allocated time frames, Utilizes free time effectively; is alert to
the needs of the treatment area, Demonstrates reliability by
maintaining a good attendance/punctuality record.
- Initiative - Volunteers assistance to others, Makes
recommendations for work simplification practices, Demonstrates a
desire to learn more.
- Judgment/ Decision making. Seeks information or asks for
assistance from appropriate personnel when necessary, Follows
verbal instructions carefully, Demonstrates alertness to changes in
patient conditions; notifies appropriate personnel
immediately.
- Patient transportation - Transports patients upon request
according to safety and departmental guidelines.
- Clerical and reception activities- Answers the telephone and
takes messages accurately, Maintains records and files correctly in
each area as needed, Performs errands promptly upon request.
- Surveillance of environmental conditions - Follows established
procedures for safety and emergencies. Follows infection control
procedures. Follows pest control procedures. Identifies potential
hazards and takes appropriate action.
- Maintenance of supplies, equipment, and the unit - Monitors the
level of inventory and notifies the supervisor if additional
supplies are needed. Maintains all therapy equipment by ensuring
the equipment is kept clean and in good working condition. Makes
recommendations for the repair or replacement of equipment.
Prepares the unit for treatment by keeping it clean, orderly, and
free of safety hazards.
- Patient Preparation: Assists the patient in preparation for and
at the conclusion of treatment. Maintains the patients safety and
comfort by following procedural and safety guidelines. Monitors the
patients personal care and environment constantly, assists the
patient with toileting needs when indicated. Utilizes the
appropriate supplies and equipment in relation to the type of
treatment being administered following departmental safety
guidelines. Assists the patient in dressing and undressing with
appropriate supervision.
- Assists in treatment - Follows the instructions given by the
Therapist or the Therapy Assistant. Follows the progressive
resistive exercise programs established by the Therapist safely and
accurately. Follows tilt table and positioning guidelines. Renders
proper ambulation training under the direction of the Therapist of
Physical Assistant; this includes providing appropriate guarding
techniques, verbal and simple tactile cueing; assisting patients in
ambulation in the parallel bars, on level surfaces in standing,
balance and weight shifting activities; and assists in travel
training. Administers hydrotherapy safely following departmental
guidelines.
- Application of transfer activities - Advises and prepares the
patient for the transfer. Utilizes the proper techniques and body
mechanics. Maximizes the patients potential to assist in the
transfer.
- Application of cold and/or heat modalities: Administers cold
packs, hot packs, and paraffin to the patient as part of their
treatment program. Applies and removes the modality. Applies the
modality in accordance with the length of time specified by the
Therapists' instructions. Follows established departmental
procedures and takes safety precautions in the use and application
of the various modalities.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a High School Diploma. Ability to
communicate well with staff and patients and follow
instructions.Qualified candidates must be able to effectively
communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more
than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be
proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your
time and your talents.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity and
affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in
all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals
are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without
regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex,
sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national
origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status,
marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information
or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an
employment decision. We require applications to be completed
online.
If you wish to view NYU Grossman School of Medicine's EEO policies,
please click here. Please click here to view the Federal "EEO is
the law" poster or visit
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm for
more information.NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to
comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job
Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $32,516.64 -
$47,162.92 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of
factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital
need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include
bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation
or benefits.To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click
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