Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Paradise Valley, AZ

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, also known as a rehabilitation technician or physical therapy aide, 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 treatment, following state practice act requirements. The position includes supporting patient care, maintaining treatment and clinic areas, handling linens and supplies, and assisting with front-office tasks. This is a part-time position. The listed pay range is $15.45 to $20.00 per hour. Individual pay depends on factors including work location, role complexity, duties, and relevant experience and skills.

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.
Energetic, team-oriented, and able to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Ability to fulfill office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds.
Fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.
Vision abilities including close-range, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment; regularly talk and hear.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, including putting on and removing supportive devices; assist physical therapists with treatments and provide routine treatment.
Safeguard, motivate, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff.
Provide routine treatments, including 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, 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.