Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy•Plano, TX

21d•$12 - $20

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 arriving at the clinic and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. Duties are conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements. This is a part-time position. The role involves preparing patients for treatment, assisting clinicians and patients with exercises and routine treatments, cleaning and maintaining treatment and clinic areas, and supporting front-office and inventory tasks. The work environment is an internal office with usually low noise levels.

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 or service that exceeds patient/client expectations.
Energetic and a team player.
Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Ability to 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 meet the stated physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 20–25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, including helping them put on and remove supportive devices; assist physical therapists during treatments and provide routine treatment.
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, and 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 the Patient Experience Coordinator track medical and non-medical clinic supplies and potentially order inventory.
Perform other tasks as necessitated by changing role responsibilities and the organization's overall business objectives.