Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy•Clear Lake, IA

1d•$12 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

At Athletico, the belief is in the power of support, leading to extraordinary achievements through physical therapy, which is seen as a transformation rather than just recovery. The team focuses on providing life-changing care for patients, starting with taking care of their own. The mission is 'Extraordinary people improving lives.' The Rehabilitation Aide, also known as a rehabilitation technician or physical therapy aide, will support the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing administrative and clinical duties. This role involves greeting patients, working alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during patient treatment, and ensuring all duties comply with state practice act requirements.

Requirements

High school graduate
Strong communication and presentation skills-written and verbal
Ability to clearly document all projects and manage production
Attention to detail and time management skills are required
Patient/Client Satisfaction: Providing care/service that exceeds expectations
Energetic and a team player
Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients
Complete tasks thoroughly
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments to put on and remove supportive devices, assists physical therapists during administration of treatments, and provides routine treatment
Safeguards, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff
Provides routine treatments, such as hot/cold packs, and other modalities such as Ultrasounds, Electrical stimulation, etc
Cleans work area and equipment after treatment
Washes linens/towels, folds and maintains linen cabinets
Maintaining restrooms and other areas such as windows as needed. Restocks with paper towels, tissue paper, soap and supplies
Assists patient experience coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments and filing paper work and charts
Assist patient experience coordinator with keeping track of both non-medical and medical supplies for the clinic and may order inventory