Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Sullivan, MO

11d

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide supports physical therapists and the clinical team by maintaining clean treatment areas, equipment, and supplies, and by providing support to the clinic and excellent customer service. The role involves helping patients feel welcome, keeping clinic spaces organized, and assisting clinicians with day-to-day needs. The position requires standing for most of the day, multitasking, and supporting more than one clinician at a time. Local travel is required.

Requirements

High school graduate or intern preferred.
Demonstrated interest in the rehabilitation field.
Energetic and a team player; able to demonstrate compassion toward patients and complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to communicate a clear understanding of patient/client expectations and adapt to exceed their needs.
Ability to focus on identifying ways to make progress and to develop personally and professionally.
Ability to collaborate toward a common goal and work independently.
Ability to manage multiple projects and multitask while working with more than one clinician.
Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting, using hands to feel, reaching, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 20–25 pounds.
Ability to perform office activities, including computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Local travel required.

Nice To Haves

Previous Clinical Aide experience.
Basic knowledge of office equipment.
Demonstrated event planning expertise.

Responsibilities

Clean and sterilize treatment areas and therapy equipment between uses as necessary.
Clean, fold, and replace linen when receptacles are full or supplies are low; stock treatment tables and modality carts with linen and supplies.
Maintain weights and other equipment, returning items to their proper stations after use.
Keep the gym area, waiting room, and restrooms organized and clear of clutter; mop, sweep, or vacuum as needed to support housekeeping staff.
Complete and accurately update the equipment maintenance sheet.
Monitor paraffin and hydroculator bath temperatures for safety.
Inspect therapy equipment regularly—including ultrasound and EMS units, paraffin baths, whirlpool tubs, hydroculator units, cold-pack freezers, and fluidotherapy units—to ensure it is in good working order.
Check supply cabinets periodically and ensure clinicians have adequate supplies.
Engage patients in friendly conversations and provide excellent customer service.
Refer medical questions to the treating clinician.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.