Physical Therapist Technician (Metro Specialty)

CommuniCare • San Antonio, TX

42d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Technician (PTT) assists Physical Therapists, Physical Therapists Assistants and Physicians with patients that need to recover from injuries and chronic health conditions to regain their range of motion, manage their pain, and improve their quality of life. The PTT assists with treating musculoskeletal conditions, documentation and educating patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year experience as a physical therapist technician
• Ability to assist with matching patient needs to treatment plans
• Ability to communicate well with staff, community, and patients
• Ability to physically move live patients’ bodies
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural diversity
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

• Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Assists Physical Therapist and/or Physicians with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms. Assists with the treatment plans and treatment for individual patient needs.
• Teaches patients how to properly use therapeutic exercise techniques. Uses exercises, stretching, equipment, and hands-on therapy to manage patients’ pain, increase mobility, and prevent further pain and injury. Assists with providing information on about in-home treatment options and exercises.
• Completes thorough documentation of each patient’s visit in the electronic health record and ensures encounters are closed within 24 hours in accordance with the Center’s established Health Information Management policies and procedures.
• Provides assistance on referral options for patients through the use of the Center’s established referral system for in-house services, and to appropriate community agencies. This will entail full integration with all PT staff and other providers throughout the Center’s primary care departments and clinic sites.
• Provides excellent internal/external customer service via telephone, fax or face-to-face contact to assist patients with their health care needs and representing the Center in any outside communication or activities.
• Maintains a working relationship with community-based agencies in the best interest of the patient and the Center.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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