Exercise Specialist / Rehab Tech, Milford Delaware

Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy•Milford, DE

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Fitness Forum Physical Therapy is hiring an Exercise Specialist, also called a rehab tech or physical therapy aide. You will coach patients through the exercise programs our physical therapists design, including sessions in our therapy pool. In addition, you will assist the therapist in cleaning treatment areas before and after patient sessions, as well as housekeeping duties for cleanliness of the clinic. If you are headed for PT school, PTA school, or a career in exercise science, this is one of the best seats in the business. The job, specifically $16.50-$19 per hour, 15-26 hours per week. Schedule: Mostly days, with 1-2 evening shifts until 7pm per week. You work alongside a team of 6-8 physical therapists and techs depending on location. One-on-one patient care, because our PTs never double-book. Benefits eligible at 30 hours: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 4% match, PTO, 6 paid holidays. Paid CPR certification if you do not have it yet. Paid lifeguard certification for aquatic therapy support.

Requirements

Reliability
Real communication skills with people who are in pain or frustrated
Basic computer skills
Ability to hold several things at once on a busy morning.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification
Coursework or a degree in exercise science or kinesiology
Prior experience in a medical office or fitness setting
Lifeguard certification or aquatic experience.

Responsibilities

Guide patients through their prescribed exercise programs under a PT's direction
Set up and reset treatment areas, equipment, and the pool deck between patients
Watch for safety in the gym and the water, and speak up when something looks off
Answer phones, confirm appointments, schedule patients, and cover the front desk when needed
Housekeeping duties for cleanliness of clinic and common areas.