Physical Therapy Aide

Pivot Physical Therapy • Wilmington, DE

7d • $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 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 position is part-time.

Requirements

• High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
• Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience 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, with compassion toward patients.
• Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to perform office activities, including remaining seated for computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
• Ability to talk and hear; frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally lift or move up to 20–25 pounds; and perform fine hand manipulation such as keyboarding.
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Intern experience preferred.
• Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, assist with putting on and removing supportive devices, assist physical therapists during 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, as well as 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 paper, soap, and other supplies.
• Assist the Patient Experience Coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork and charts.
• Assist the Patient Experience Coordinator with tracking medical and non-medical clinic supplies and ordering inventory as needed.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
• Pre-tax transit and parking commuter 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