Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Fredericksburg, VA

12d

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions, assists the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians with administrative and clinical duties. The aide greets patients and works with physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment, following applicable state practice act requirements. The role also supports clinic cleanliness, supplies, and front-office operations. This is a part-time position. The stated pay range is $12.77 to $20.00 per hour. Athletico describes its mission as “Extraordinary people improving lives” and emphasizes supporting employees as they provide care to patients.

Requirements

High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Ability to clearly document projects and manage production.
Attention to detail and time-management skills.
Ability to provide care and service that exceeds expectations.
Energetic and a team player.
Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients and complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Ability to perform office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Ability to perform fine hand manipulation, such as keyboarding.
Ability to meet the role’s vision requirements, including close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
Ability to talk and hear regularly and to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms frequently; occasionally lift or move up to 20–25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience.
Basic knowledge of office equipment.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, including helping them put on and remove supportive devices.
Assist physical therapists during treatment and provide routine treatment as directed.
Safeguard, motivate, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff.
Provide routine treatments such as hot and cold packs and modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
Clean work areas and equipment after treatment.
Wash and fold linens and towels and maintain linen cabinets.
Maintain restrooms and other areas, including windows as needed; restock paper towels, tissue paper, soap, and other supplies.
Assist the Patient Experience Coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork and charts.
Help track medical and non-medical clinic supplies and may order inventory.