Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy • Cary, IL

14d • $15 - $20

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 arriving at the clinic and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment. Duties are performed in compliance with state practice act requirements.

The position involves preparing and assisting patients during treatment, providing routine treatments under professional direction, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, and helping with clinic administrative tasks and supplies. The role is based in an internal office environment with usually low noise levels.

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 document projects clearly and manage production.
• Attention to detail and time-management skills.
• Ability to provide patient/client service that exceeds expectations.
• Energetic and a team player.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
• Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
• Ability to fulfill office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
• Vision sufficient for close-range and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
• Ability to talk and hear regularly while performing job duties.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms frequently.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds occasionally.
• 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, including helping 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, 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, such as windows, as needed; 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 clinic medical and non-medical 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED