Compensation:  $16-17/hr

Desert Hand and Physical Therapy opened its doors in 1997 with one therapist and an office manager, who shared common goals of providing patients with the best and most qualified upper-extremity care in the Valley of the Sun.  Today, Desert Hand and Physical Therapy has grown to 10 locations around the Valley. 

JOB DETAILS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Kind and compassionate patient and employee service.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, government regulations, safety, and infection control protocols
• Follow strict HIPAA laws
• Assist patients with exercises under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Set up and clean treatment areas before and after therapy sessions.
• Prepare therapy equipment and assist with the application of modalities per OT/PT state practice guidelines
• Escort patients to and from therapy areas as needed, adhering to patient safety concerns.
• Monitor and report patient responses to the treating therapist during therapy sessions
• Maintain inventory of therapy supplies and report low stock levels
• Perform administrative tasks such as data entry, answering phones, scheduling, and patient check-in and check-out responsibilities.
• Additional tasks as assigned by the Manager

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good character
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team environment.

Physically capable of assisting patients and handling equipment ( frequent standing, lifting and bending

• Clinical setting with direct patient interaction
• May involve exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases and physical risk

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

•  Constant Walking and Standing
• Frequent  Lift , push pull up to 20 lbs. or Occasional heavier body weights when assisting patient with limited mobility
• Constant handling of materials
• Constant Reaching and bending for equipment at various heights
• Frequent assistance to guide patients through exercises, which can involve demonstrating movements or providing physical support during these exercises
• Good eye hand coordination to operate therapeutic equipment
• Good endurance: maintain energy levels throughout a shift , involving constant movements and physical engagement
• Good eyesight
• Work around heated elements

• Compensation:  $16-17/hr
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We invite you to visit one of our clinics, take a tour, and meet some of the folks who can answer your questions about their work experience and our company culture. Call Jeanette to set up a visit. 602.405.3235 text-friendly.

Please take some time to review our CORE VALUES on our website, deserthandandpt.com.  If you share similar values and love helping others, Desert Hand and PT is the place to be!