Physical Therapy Aide- Per Diem - Outpatient Clinic / Evenings

Job Overview

This position performs services in a designated area within the Rehabilitation Department according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care.

Hours: Per Diem coverage for Mondays through Thursdays

Minimum of 2 shifts worked per week / 3:30p-8pm shift times

Location: 43 Village Square - Chelmsford, MA

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. One (1) year of relevant experience

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Sets up and cleans the treatment areas, empty laundry, and maintain equipment and temperature logs.

2. Applies hot and cold packs to patients as directed.

3. Assists therapists with mobility training, transfers, gait training, and exercise programs for patients.

4. Schedules patient appointments, check insurance eligibility, assist with treatment authorization process, and communicate with insurance companies as appropriate.

5. Checks daily outpatient charges, set up new patient folders, discharge outpatient records, pick up/drop off charts to Medical Records as requested, filing monthly Kardex cards, check department stock of exercise programs for patient teaching/home programs and making copies as needed.

6. Checks, orders, and refills department supplies, deliver & pick up mail, answer telephones for Rehab Department, take and relay messages, handle routine inquiries, fax appropriate documents, and assist with performing PT and/or OT Department inventories biannually.

What We Offer:
* Competitive salaries & benefits
* 403(b) retirement plan with hospitalmatch
* Opportunities for growth
* Free on-campus parking

About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

Magnet Designation:
TheAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center(ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital withMagnet Recognitionfor excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025! The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.