Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy•Plainfield, IN

12d•$10 - $20

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions, assists the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing administrative and clinical duties. The aide greets patients as they arrive and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. Duties are conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements. This is a part-time position. The listed hourly wage range is USD $10.00 to $20.00. 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.
Ability to provide care and service that exceeds patient/client expectations.
Energetic team player who demonstrates compassion toward patients and completes tasks thoroughly.
Ability to fulfill office activities, including sitting for computer-based 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, reaching, and fine hand manipulation such as keyboarding.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, including 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 or 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 the Patient Experience Coordinator track medical and non-medical clinic supplies and, potentially, order inventory.
Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic and work alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment.