Physical Therapy Aide Specialist

61st Street Service
New York, NY
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Physical Therapy Aide Specialist will support ColumbiaDoctors, a top healthcare provider network, in providing administrative and clinical support. The role will assist physical therapists in providing patient care, greet patients, and supervise and instruct patients in exercise programs.

What You Will Do

The Physical Therapy Aide Specialist will perform a variety of tasks, including scheduling initial evaluations and follow-up appointments, handling the waiting list, and communicating with insurance companies. The role will also involve maintaining equipment and daily cleaning, and assisting in Return to Sports program.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, one year of experience in a physician practice, and strong written and verbal communication skills. The role requires the ability to work with patients, make them feel comfortable, and use judgment to accomplish goals.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma required, college degree preferred
  • Minimum one year experience preferred working in a physician practice
  • Computer savvy, with keyboard knowledge of institutional used software packages
  • Ability to work with patients and make them feel comfortable
  • Ability to independently compose correspondence
  • Ability to use judgement to accomplish goals
  • Ability to perform a variety of complex tasks
  • Neat, professional appearance
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

  • Healthcare
  • Paid Time off
  • Various other benefits
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