Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico • Chicago, IL

1d • $17 - $20

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 as they arrive, works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment, and performs duties in compliance with state practice act requirements.

The role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting clinicians, providing routine treatments under professional direction, maintaining equipment and clinic areas, and supporting front-desk and supply-management tasks. The position is part-time.

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 exceed expectations.
• Be energetic and a team player, demonstrate compassion toward patients, and complete tasks thoroughly.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to perform the office activities described, 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 adjusting focus.
• Regularly talk and hear; 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 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, including windows as needed, 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 order inventory as needed.
• Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
• Pre-tax transit and parking commuter 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