Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico • Benton, AR

17d

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

The role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting with routine therapies and exercises, maintaining treatment areas and supplies, and supporting clinic administrative tasks. The position is part-time. The listed hourly wage range is $11.00 to $20.00.

Requirements

• High school graduate; interns are also 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 exceed expectations.
• Energetic and able to work as a team player.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
• Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to perform 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.
• Fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.
• Vision abilities including close-range, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Regularly talk and hear.

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 treatment 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 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 medical and non-medical clinic supplies and may order inventory.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
• Pre-tax commuter transit and parking benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan for employees aged 21 and older, with company match each pay period
• 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

What This Job Offers

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