Physical Therapy Aide
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 as they arrive and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment. Duties must comply with state practice act requirements. The role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting clinicians, supporting patients with exercises and functional activities under professional direction, and providing routine treatments. It also involves cleaning and maintaining treatment areas and equipment, handling linens, restocking supplies, assisting with phones and appointment scheduling, filing paperwork and charts, and helping track or order clinic supplies.
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 clearly document projects and manage production.
- Attention to detail and time-management skills.
- Ability to provide care or service that exceeds patient/client expectations.
- Energetic and a team player.
- Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
- Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
- Ability to fulfill office activities, including computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
- Ability to perform the listed physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving 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 treatment administration 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/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 paper, 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 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
