Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico • Rockwall, TX

11d

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to a rehabilitation technician or physical therapy aide, assists the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians with administrative and clinical duties. The aide greets patients when they arrive and works with physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment. Duties must comply with state practice act requirements.

This position supports patient care by preparing patients for treatment, assisting with exercises and functional activities under professional direction, providing routine treatments, and maintaining clinic equipment and supplies. It also assists with front-office tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork and charts.

The work is performed in an internal office environment with a usually low noise level. The role includes standing, walking, sitting, reaching, fine hand manipulation, and occasional lifting or moving of items weighing up to 20–25 pounds.

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 able to work as a team player.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
• Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to see at close range and at a distance, with peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to talk and hear regularly while performing job duties.
• Ability to perform office activities, including remaining seated for computer-based 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.

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 during treatment administration 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 including ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
• Clean the work area 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 track medical and non-medical clinic supplies and may order inventory.
• Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
• Pre-tax commuter transit and parking benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with per-pay company match for employees age 21 and older
• SoFi financial wellness tools and loan resources
• HUSK fitness resources and gym discounts
• KinderCare discount
• Home, auto, and pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount program
• Bereavement time off and resources for part-time and full-time employees

What This Job Offers

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