Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico • Iowa Falls, IA

12d

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 and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment, in compliance with applicable state practice act requirements.

The role prepares patients for treatment, supports patients with exercises and functional activities under professional direction, provides routine treatments, and helps maintain clinic cleanliness and supplies. It also includes administrative assistance such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork and charts.

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 service that exceeds 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 meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly talking and hearing; frequently standing, walking, sitting, using hands to feel, and reaching; occasional lifting or moving of up to 20–25 pounds; and fine hand manipulation such as keyboarding.
• Ability to fulfill typical office activities, including remaining seated for periods of computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.

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 or cold packs and modalities such as 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 as needed, including windows, 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 non-medical and medical clinic supplies and potentially order inventory.
• Perform other tasks as necessitated by changing role duties and organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity.
• Pre-tax commuter transit and parking benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan for employees age 21 and older, with a company match each pay period.
• 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