Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy • Shorewood, IL

4d • $15 - $20

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to a rehabilitation technician or physical therapy aide, 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. All 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, providing routine treatments and modalities, and maintaining clinic spaces, equipment, linens, and supplies. The aide also supports the Patient Experience Coordinator with phones, appointment scheduling, paperwork, charts, and inventory.

This is a part-time position. The listed hourly wage range is USD $15.00 to USD $20.00.

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.
• Ability to provide care or service that exceeds expectations.
• Energetic and a team player.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
• Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.

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 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, including windows as needed; restock paper towels, tissue, 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 may order inventory.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity.
• Pre-tax commuter transit and parking benefits.
• 401(k) 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 for part-time and full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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