Position Overview

Job Title: Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy Aide
Organization: United Health Services
Position Type: Per Diem
Shift: Day Shift (8-Hour Shifts) with Rotating Weekend Coverage
Primary Location: Wilson Medical Center
Job Summary:
United Health Services is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy Aide to join our dynamic Rehabilitation Services team. This role will primarily be based at Wilson Medical Center, providing support to multiple inpatient departments.
This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone passionate about healthcare and interested in exploring Healthcare’s career paths paticularily Physical and Occupational Therapy . You’ll work alongside a highly skilled, collaborative team known for consistently increasing patient volume and delivering high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist physical and occupational therapists with treatment setup and patient support
• Prepare, clean, and maintain therapy areas and equipment
• Escort and assist patients during therapy sessions
• Observe and report on patient responses and progress
• Perform basic administrative duties such as documentation and supply stocking
• Float to various therapy units and locations as needed
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior experience in a healthcare or therapy setting preferred
• Interest in healthcare careers and patient care strongly encouraged
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching required
• Ability to assist with patient transfers and mobility

Primary Department or Work Location:

Inpatient Therapy and Rehabilitation Support, UHS Wilson Medical Center

Work Shift and Schedule:

This is a per diem position, which means you will work on an as needed, agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.

Compensation Range:

$17.05 - $22.17 per hour, depending on experience

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Has a working knowledge of medical terminology, previous experience in patient care and clerical skills

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• CPR certification within first 3 months of employment.

Preferred:

• Not Applicable

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About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. 

At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!

 

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.