Physical Therapy Aide

Pivot Physical Therapy•Fredericksburg, VA

11d•$13 - $20

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, also known as 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, works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment, and performs duties in compliance with state practice act requirements. This is a part-time position. The listed wage range is USD $12.77 to $20.00 per hour. Individual base pay depends on factors including work location, role complexity and responsibilities, job requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

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.
Provide care and service that exceeds expectations.
Energetic and a team player.
Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to fulfill office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Ability to see at close range and at a distance, use peripheral vision and depth perception, and adjust focus.
Regular ability to talk and hear; frequent standing, walking, sitting, using hands to feel, and reaching with hands and arms; occasional lifting or moving of up to 20–25 pounds; and fine hand manipulation such as keyboarding.

Nice To Haves

Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience.
Basic knowledge of office equipment.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, assist with putting on and removing supportive devices, assist physical therapists during treatments, 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 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 as needed, including windows, and restock paper towels, tissue paper, soap, and 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 may order inventory.