Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Belvidere, IL

11d

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions, assists the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing 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 role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting clinicians, providing routine treatments, maintaining equipment and clinic areas, and supporting front-office and inventory activities. The work environment is an internal office with a usually low noise level.

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 demonstrate compassion toward patients, complete tasks thoroughly, and work energetically as a team player.
Ability to fulfill office activities, including seated computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to perform fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.
Specific vision abilities include close-range and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
Regular ability to talk and hear; frequent standing, walking, sitting, using hands to feel, and reaching with hands and arms.

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 requested.
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 the work area 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.
Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic.