Aide to Physical Therapist

PT Solutions Physical Therapy • ,

1d • $90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

This hybrid role begins as a Physical Therapy Aide and is intended to transition into a licensed Physical Therapist position after the employee obtains state licensure. As an aide, the employee works alongside licensed clinicians to learn about the profession, build rapport with patients, motivate and assist them during treatment, maintain clinic cleanliness, and cover receptionist duties as needed.

After transitioning to the licensed role, the Physical Therapist evaluates patients referred by physicians and plans and implements treatment programs. The clinician may treat orthopedic, pediatric, neuralgic, and sports medicine patients and work with a broader team to maximize outcomes through evidence-based care. Success includes obtaining state licensure, building strong patient relationships, helping patients exceed their functional goals, treating up to 60 patients per week, connecting positively with people, and maintaining community relationships.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Graduate of an APTA- or CAPTE-approved physical therapy program to transition to the Physical Therapist role.
• Obtain state Physical Therapy licensure to transition to the Physical Therapist role.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside licensed clinicians and assist patients during treatment.
• Build rapport with patients and motivate them during treatment.
• Maintain clinic cleanliness.
• Cover receptionist duties as needed.
• After obtaining state licensure, evaluate patients referred by physicians.
• Plan and implement patient treatment programs.
• Provide evidence-based care across a variety of specialties.
• Build and maintain relationships with patients and throughout the community.
• Treat up to 60 patients per week.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities nationwide.
• Performance-based incentives once licensed as a clinician.
• Reimbursement for local and national organization dues and license renewal fees.
• Fitness incentives.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off package.
• Access to an APTA-accredited Orthopedic Residency Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed