Physical Therapy Aide - St. John, IN

Athletico • St. John, IN

11d

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, also referred to 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 and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment. Duties must comply with state practice act requirements. The position is part-time and seeks morning/daytime availability.

The role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting clinicians, providing routine treatments and modalities, maintaining the clinic and equipment, managing linens and supplies, and supporting front-office tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork and charts.

Requirements

• High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
• 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 and service that exceed expectations.
• Energetic team player who demonstrates compassion toward patients.
• Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
• Proficient ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to perform office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms frequently; occasionally lift or move 20–25 pounds; and perform fine hand manipulation such as keyboarding.
• Specific vision capabilities include close-range, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.

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 treatment administration and provide routine treatment.
• Safeguard, motivate, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under professional staff direction.
• Provide routine treatments such as hot/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, and restock paper towels, tissue paper, 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 transit and parking commuter 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 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