Physical Therapy Aide

Movement For Life Inc • Oro Valley, AZ

17d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Aide works in a private outpatient practice, supporting physical therapists and clinic operations. The role includes preparing and maintaining treatment areas and supplies, welcoming and assisting patients, helping therapists with patient intake and treatment activities, monitoring exercise programs, documenting charts as instructed, and supporting front-office tasks during busy periods. The position is part-time, scheduled on weekdays for 25 hours per week, at the Oro Valley, Arizona location. Compensation is $17–$19 per hour depending on experience, plus benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or higher.
• Able to lift 25–50 pounds.
• Physically able to assist patients with mobility restraints.
• Computer skills including Word, email, and internet.
• Positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Background in Kinesiology.

Responsibilities

• Use professional etiquette at all times.
• Assist the Director with miscellaneous tasks and projects.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Keep patient treatment areas neat and sterile.
• Maintain a sufficient supply of clean linens and necessary back-office supplies.
• Greet patients and escort them to the appropriate treatment or exercise area.
• Assist physical therapists with patient history and intake information when necessary.
• Assist therapists with applying procedures and modalities as directed.
• Demonstrate, educate, and monitor patients through their exercise programs.
• Document patient charts as necessary and as instructed by the therapist.
• Ensure patients are comfortable and answer questions when necessary.
• Back up front-office staff by answering phones and making appointments during lunch hours or busy periods.
• Assist physical therapists with chart maintenance and timely patient flow.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Team profit-sharing plan, with eligible employees automatically enrolled and contributions based on the practice's success.
• Eligible employees receive company shares at no cost and are automatically enrolled in the employee-ownership program.
• Option to open a 401(k) account and contribute pre-tax dollars through payroll deduction, with a range of investment choices.
• Sick time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED