Physical Therapy Aide

Arlington Orthopedic Association • Mansfield, TX

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About The Position

Physical Therapy Aides work under the direct supervision of a physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, occupational therapist, or certified athletic trainer. They prepare and maintain clean, organized treatment areas for patient therapy sessions and may assist patients with exercise regimens as directed by the therapist or trainer. The role also supports rehabilitation providers and clinic operations, including patient flow, documentation, scheduling, and other administrative tasks.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• One year of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Maintain a professional manner while working effectively with others.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Customer service skills.
• Knowledge of computer systems and Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral communications, including email.
• Self-starter with the ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients from the waiting area to the appropriate rehabilitation treatment area.
• Clean and prepare the treatment area before and after each patient rehabilitation session.
• Attend to clinic soiled laundry using appropriate precautions.
• Assist with acquiring durable medical equipment (DME) products as instructed by a clinician.
• Help the rehabilitation provider track sets, repetitions, and weights and ensure exercises are performed as instructed.
• Assist the rehabilitation provider with rehabilitation flow-sheet documentation and/or transcribe dictated documentation in the chart.
• Assist the Rehab Manager with maintaining OSHA cleaning logs and other requested logs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and support staff.
• Assist the Rehab PSS with scheduling, pre-verifying, faxing and filing, check-in and check-out, and answering phones as needed.
• Attend required meetings and participate in the rehabilitation culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare plan options: PPO, HDHP, and Surest, with a $100 monthly tobacco-free discount.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with annual employer contributions.
• HSA/FSA.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life and AD&D coverage.
• Legal assistance.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Up to two weeks of PTO initially, increasing with tenure.
• Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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