Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Cary, IL

13d

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 and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment, in compliance with state practice act requirements. The role also helps maintain treatment areas and clinic supplies and supports front-office tasks. This is a part-time position.

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 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 perform office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Ability to perform fine hand manipulation, such as keyboarding.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds.

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 professional staff direction.
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 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.