Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico • Cincinnati, OH

12d

About The Position

Athletico is seeking a Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to a rehabilitation technician or physical therapy aide, to assist the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians with administrative and clinical duties. The aide welcomes patients to the clinic and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment. Duties are performed in compliance with state practice act requirements.

The role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting clinicians, supporting patients as they practice exercises and functional activities, and providing routine treatments and modalities. The aide also maintains treatment spaces, equipment, linens, and supplies, and supports clinic administration through tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork and charts. This is a part-time position.

Requirements

• High school graduate; an intern is also 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 or service that exceeds expectations.
• Energetic, team-oriented, and compassionate toward patients.
• Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
• Ability to fulfill office activities, including computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
• Ability to see at close range and at a distance, with peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to talk and hear regularly while performing job duties.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms frequently.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 20–25 pounds.
• Fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.

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 treatments and provide routine treatment as directed.
• 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 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, tissues, 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.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity.
• Pre-tax transit and parking benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with per-pay company match for employees age 21 and older.
• SoFi financial wellness tools and loan resources.
• HUSK fitness resources and gym discounts.
• KinderCare discount.
• Home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount program.
• Bereavement time off and resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED