Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Gladstone, MO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide supports physical therapists and the clinic team by maintaining clean treatment areas, equipment, and supplies, and by providing excellent customer service. The role includes assisting with day-to-day clinic upkeep and helping ensure equipment is available and in good working order. The aide engages patients in friendly conversation and refers medical questions to the treating clinician. This part-time position requires standing for most of the day, multitasking, and supporting more than one clinician at a time.

Requirements

High school graduate or intern preferred.
Demonstrated interest in the rehabilitation field.
Energetic and a team player.
Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to communicate a clear understanding of patient/client expectations and adapt to exceed their needs.
Ability to focus on determining what can be done to make progress.
Ability to develop personally and professionally.
Ability to collaborate to achieve a common goal.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
Ability to multitask and work with more than one clinician at a time.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Ability to perform the essential duties, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Able to meet the stated physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 20–25 pounds.
Local travel required.

Nice To Haves

Previous Clinical Aide experience preferred.
Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred.
Demonstrated event planning expertise.

Responsibilities

Clean and sterilize treatment areas and therapy equipment between uses as necessary.
Clean, fold, and replace linens when receptacles are full or supplies are low.
Stock treatment tables and modality carts with appropriate linens and supplies.
Maintain weights and other equipment, returning items to their proper stations after use.
Keep the gym, waiting room, and restrooms organized and free of clutter.
Mop, sweep, and vacuum as needed to support housekeeping staff.
Complete and accurately update equipment maintenance sheets.
Regularly monitor paraffin and hydroculator bath temperatures for safety.
Inspect therapy equipment daily to ensure it is in good working order.
Check supply cabinets periodically to ensure clinicians have adequate supplies.
Engage patients in friendly conversations and provide excellent customer service.
Refer medical questions to the treating clinician.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.