Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy•Twin Lakes, WI

11d•$10 - $20•Onsite

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 as they arrive and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment. Duties are performed in compliance with state practice act requirements. The role is based in an internal office environment where noise is usually low. The position offers hourly pay ranging from $10.00 to $20.00.

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.
Provide care and service that exceeds patient and client expectations.
Energetic and able to work as a team player.
Demonstrate compassion toward patients.
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 or move up to 20–25 pounds.
Vision abilities include close-range and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus; regularly talk and hear; and perform fine hand manipulation such as 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 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 as needed, including windows, and 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, where needed, order inventory.