Physical Therapy Aide
About The Position
The Rehabilitation Aide (also known as a rehabilitation technician or physical therapy aide) assists the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing requested administrative and clinical duties. The aide greets patients arriving at the clinic and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. Duties are performed in compliance with state practice act requirements. The role includes preparing and assisting patients during treatment, providing routine treatments under professional direction, maintaining clinic equipment and areas, and supporting administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork and charts. The position is part-time.
Requirements
- High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
- 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 patient or client expectations.
- Energetic and a team player.
- Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
- Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
- Ability to fulfill office activities, including computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 20–25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience.
- Basic knowledge of office equipment.
- Intern experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, help them put on and remove supportive devices, assist physical therapists during treatment, 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 or 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, 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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
