Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy•Phoenix, AZ

14d•$15 - $20

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to the 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 conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements. This part-time role includes preparing patients for treatments, assisting with routine treatment and exercises under professional direction, maintaining treatment areas and supplies, and supporting clinic administrative tasks. The list of duties is not exhaustive; employees may perform other tasks as necessitated by changing roles and organizational objectives.

Requirements

High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
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 and a team player.
Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Ability to fulfill office activities, including remaining seated for computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Ability to perform fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.
Ability to meet the role's vision requirements, including close-range and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

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 non-medical and medical clinic supplies and may order inventory.