Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy • Dearborn, MI

5d • $14 - $20

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. Duties are performed in compliance with state practice act requirements.

Requirements

• High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
• 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 care and service that exceeds expectations.
• Energetic, team-oriented, and compassionate 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 and far ranges, use peripheral vision and depth perception, and adjust focus.
• Ability to talk and hear regularly and to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms frequently.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds and perform fine hand manipulation such as 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 professional staff direction.
• Provide routine treatments such as hot and cold packs, 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 order inventory when needed.

Benefits

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