Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy•Westland, MI

11d•$14 - $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 role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting with exercises and routine treatment modalities, and maintaining treatment areas, equipment, linens, and clinic supplies. It also includes administrative support such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing paperwork and charts, and helping track or order clinic supplies. This is a part-time position in an internal office environment where noise is usually low. The listed hourly wage range is USD $13.73 to $20.00.

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 patient or client expectations.
Energetic and a team player.
Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to fulfill typical office activities, including seated computer 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.
Intern experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, including helping them put on and remove 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 or 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 non-medical and medical clinic supplies and order inventory as needed.