Physical Therapy Aide

Pivot Physical Therapy•Newark, DE

5d•$15 - $20

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. All duties are performed in compliance with state practice act requirements. The role includes preparing and assisting patients during physical therapy, providing routine treatments under professional direction, maintaining treatment areas and clinic supplies, and assisting with administrative tasks such as answering phones and scheduling appointments. The position is part-time.

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 and service that exceeds expectations.
Energetic, team-oriented, compassionate toward patients, and able to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to meet the described 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.
Intern experience or status.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, including putting on and removing supportive devices.
Assist physical therapists during treatment administration and provide routine treatments under professional direction.
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 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, 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 order inventory as needed.