Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy • Schaumburg, IL

10d • $15 - $20

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions, 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 must comply with state practice act requirements.

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 patient/client 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 fulfill office activities, including computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
• Ability to see at close range and at a distance, use peripheral vision and depth perception, and adjust focus.
• Ability to talk and hear; frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift 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, help them put on and remove supportive devices, assist physical therapists with 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, 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 clinic medical and non-medical supplies and may order inventory.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity.
• Pre-tax transit and parking benefits.
• Retirement 401(k) 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