Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Physical Therapy Aide - Per Diem
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System, Plainsboro, New Jersey, United States
Physical Therapy Aide - Per Diem
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Location Plainsboro, NJ
Hours Per Diem – schedule below. Position is NOT temporary / NOT an Internship. Apply if you can work year‑round on a permanent basis.
Training: 1 week of training/orientation, including day shift from 8–4:30.
After training: coverage one Saturday per month, one weekday shift per pay period, additional weekday hours as needed depending on census.
Responsibilities
Maintains rehab services equipment.
Assists in the Rehab Services office and in the upkeep of the Rehab Services Department.
Assists therapists and therapist assistants in patient treatment.
Contributes positively to the functioning of the Rehab Services Department.
Facilitates the rehab department through efficient time and resource management.
Adapts approach to reflect respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
Communicates in ways that are consistent with situational needs.
Supports customer service and performance improvement goals of the department; collaborates with other caregivers and staff within and outside the department to develop means of enhancing patient care and service.
Possesses knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet patients’ physical, psychological and social needs with the appropriate growth and developmental levels/patient populations served within the department.
Participates in unit compliance as related to established standards.
Maintains standards of confidentiality.
Other duties and projects as assigned.
Credentials
Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
CPR certification required
Education or Equivalent Experience
H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
High school education or equivalent life experience is required. Experience preferred, but not required.
Salary Range $16.55 – $21.70 per hour.
As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.
Click here for information on UPHS’s Benefits.
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Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Location Plainsboro, NJ
Hours Per Diem – schedule below. Position is NOT temporary / NOT an Internship. Apply if you can work year‑round on a permanent basis.
Training: 1 week of training/orientation, including day shift from 8–4:30.
After training: coverage one Saturday per month, one weekday shift per pay period, additional weekday hours as needed depending on census.
Responsibilities
Maintains rehab services equipment.
Assists in the Rehab Services office and in the upkeep of the Rehab Services Department.
Assists therapists and therapist assistants in patient treatment.
Contributes positively to the functioning of the Rehab Services Department.
Facilitates the rehab department through efficient time and resource management.
Adapts approach to reflect respect for and sensitivity to individual differences.
Communicates in ways that are consistent with situational needs.
Supports customer service and performance improvement goals of the department; collaborates with other caregivers and staff within and outside the department to develop means of enhancing patient care and service.
Possesses knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet patients’ physical, psychological and social needs with the appropriate growth and developmental levels/patient populations served within the department.
Participates in unit compliance as related to established standards.
Maintains standards of confidentiality.
Other duties and projects as assigned.
Credentials
Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
CPR certification required
Education or Equivalent Experience
H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
High school education or equivalent life experience is required. Experience preferred, but not required.
Salary Range $16.55 – $21.70 per hour.
As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.
Click here for information on UPHS’s Benefits.
Live Your Life's Work
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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