Job Description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant
Unit: Rehab

Employment Type: Per Diem

Shift: days - 8 hours
Location: Silver Spring, MD

Position Purpose

Is responsible for aiding the department therapists in patient management, set-up and treatment tasks. Performs support duties to facilitate operations of inpatient, outpatient and Transitional Care Center services. Collaborate with and supports therapists in their daily work schedule. Aides must be aware and utilize the principles of growth and development and prepared to work with patients throughout the developmental spectrum.

Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant you will:

• Assist patients with bed mobility and transfers as instructed by licensed therapist.
• Assist with positioning of patients for exercise regime or for hydrotherapy treatment.
• Assist therapist in guarding patient during gait and stair training. Improves patient comfort by ascertaining and meeting needs as appropriate (water, tissue, reading material)
• Demonstrates knowledge of therapy equipment by name and function.
• Accompanies patient to and from therapy sessions as assigned. Demonstrates safe and effective use of appropriate patient transport equipment (i.e. WC, c/c)
• Demonstrates knowledge and awareness of pain scale and effects of pain on patient tolerance and performance.
• Takes regular inventory of supplies and equipment. Prepares order forms for Department Coordinator/Director for approval and authorization.

Orders routine supplies as assigned.

• Stocks treatment areas with appropriate supplies (gym, hydrotherapy, satellite and TCC). Maintains linen supply.
• Answers phone and manages reception desk in absence of department receptionist as assigned.
• Enters patient charges in computer as assigned. Performs routine copying and other clerical duties as trained and assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school with an A.A. degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certified within probationary period.

Pay Range: Include Salary Range ($26.42-34.34)

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

**0.4 FTE (16 hours weekly) up to 1.0 FTE (40 hours weekly)

Position Highlights:

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules. 
• Free onsite parking. 
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.  
• Referral Rewards Program

About us: 

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.