Physical Therapy Aide

ATI Physical Therapy • Ferndale, MI

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About The Position

Join ATI Physical Therapy’s collaborative team as a Physical Therapy Aide, supporting exceptional patient care while gaining healthcare skills and exposure to physical therapy. Work alongside Physical and Occupational Therapy professionals and support patients throughout their recovery. The position includes hands-on training, mentorship, and direct exposure to the field of physical therapy.

The role combines patient-facing check-in and registration support with assistance to clinicians and therapists. Aides help prepare treatment areas and exercise equipment, assist patients with exercises and prescribed home exercise programs, and share observations about patient progress with the therapy team.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Healthcare and/or customer service experience.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience, such as working as a Physical Therapist Aide or Technician, Medical Assistant, in a hospital, in chiropractic care, in the fitness industry, or as a PT or PTA student.
• Certified Personal Trainer experience.
• Experience or education in Health Services, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact warmly with patients by phone and in person during check-in and throughout their appointments.
• Promote an efficient patient intake and registration process and assist clinicians with timely scheduling.
• Onboard new patients by reviewing relevant paperwork, verifying benefits, and completing medical forms.
• Support Physical Therapists by preparing and cleaning treatment areas and setting up and adjusting exercise equipment.
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to the therapy team.
• Assist patients with exercises and support their prescribed home exercise programs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with an incentive plan.
• Paid time off, holiday pay, CEU, and Be Well Days.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with flexible plan options.
• 401(k) employer match.
• Childcare tuition assistance with discounted rates.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability plans, described as 100% employer-paid income protection plans.
• Employer-paid and voluntary life insurance options.
• Parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Wellness programs, including weight-loss and lifestyle coaching, digital mental-health support, and 24/7 virtual telehealth access.
• Corporate discounts.

What This Job Offers

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