Physical Therapy Aide & Personal Trainer

Lafayette Physical Therapy•Lafayette, LA

About The Position

Join our wonderful team and gain experience in a Physical Therapy office! We are looking for a Physical Therapy Aide with a Personal Trainer certification. Many of our aides go on to medical programs for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Physician Assistants, Nursing, and other healthcare careers. About Us: Please note - we are specifically looking for an aide candidate with a Personal Training certification who can work a Full Time 40 hour week currently and in the future. Our office is open 7am and 7pm Monday-Thursday and 7am - 6pm on Fridays. We are not hiring for short term (ie: Summer Employment) due to the extensive training provided and the job expectations of our Physical Therapy Aides. Lafayette Physical Therapy, Inc. been an established private practice in the community for over 46 years. We currently have two locations: Lafayette Physical Therapy, in Lafayette, CA and Bay Area Physical Therapy, in Pleasant Hill, CA. We provide rehabilitation and wellness including orthopedics, sports and geriatric rehabilitation to a diverse clientele. Our therapists are trained in a variety of disciplines including Australian manual therapy, McKenzie approach, Gary Gray, PNF, sports training, Pilates, and Myofascial Release Therapy. Our cutting edge clinic promotes clinical knowledge to help us achieve better and faster outcomes, be effective and efficient in our treatment. We offer in house diagnostics including Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSKUS), Nerve Conduction Studies, and Electromyography (EMG), performed by our Clinical Service Director. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in the medical field, especially for individuals applying to Physical Therapy or other related degree programs. We are looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to join our skilled team. Position assists physical therapy practice in patient care, clinic duties, and to help the clinic run efficiently and effectively. Position works with multiple full/part time Physical Therapists and other Physical Therapy Aides. Aides gain skills in patient flow, therapeutic exercise, a variety of therapeutic modalities including Class IV Deep Tissue Laser Therapy, and more.

Requirements

Can work 40 hours per week
Personal Trainer Certification
Good customer service skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Good communication skills
Ability to take direction and follow-through with tasks
Ability to be self directed when necessary while strictly adhering to task priority and relevance.
Ability to judge good body mechanics is necessary
Must have taken a minimum of one anatomy, physiology, or kinesiology class in high school or college.
Must have good understanding of posture and muscle groups.
High School Diploma/GED required.

Nice To Haves

Current or planned enrollment to pursue a degree in a related clinical field is a plus.
Bachelors Degree in related field a plus.
Previous experience in a related clinical setting beneficial, but not necessary.
Experience with exercise instruction is beneficial but not necessary.
Experience with modality setups listed above is beneficial but not necessary.
Personal Training Certification, Pilates Certification or other fitness certification a big plus but not necessary

Responsibilities

Assist in the flow of patients in and out of the clinic
Assist in modality setups including: heat/ice, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, light therapy, Class IV Deep Tissue Laser Therapy, and traction.
Under the supervision of the Therapist, assist with therapeutic exercises and instruction and inform Therapists of patient responses to treatments.
Assisted Stretching sessions - receive a $10 bonus for each 30 minutes of StretchMode Asssited Stretching performed, and $20 for each 60 min session.
Maintain appropriate levels of stock and supplies.
Maintain the clinic in a clean and orderly fashion including: Cleaning and prepping rooms and treatment tables, and equipment, minor other housekeeping tasks such as dusting, laundry, etc, stocking forms for clinic use, Filing.
Adherence to HIPAA Privacy Regulations (Training Provided to new staff)
Attend staff meetings and in-services regularly.
Adaptability in performing various tasks and remaining flexible
Speed, accuracy, and volume of work accomplished
Willingness to remain flexible and take direction
Performance of required duties
Communication with patients, staff, and management

Benefits

Assisted Stretching sessions - receive a $10 bonus for each 30 minutes of StretchMode Asssited Stretching performed, and $20 for each 60 min session.
3 weeks PTO accrual per year for years 1-3
4 weeks PTO accrual per year upon completion of third year
7 Paid Holidays
Medical Benefits
Dental and Vision Benefits
401(k) with safe harbor employer contribution (All staff eligible after one year)
Direct Deposit
Employee Discounts on Massage Services, Wellness Services, Private Pay Physical Therapy, Diagnostic services, Laser Therapy, Wellness Training, and retail products.
Direct Deposit