Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Beavercreek, OH

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions, 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. Duties are performed in compliance with state practice act requirements. The role includes preparing patients and treatment areas, assisting with routine treatments and exercises under professional direction, maintaining clinic areas and supplies, and supporting front-desk and inventory tasks.

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 expectations.
Energetic, team-oriented, and compassionate toward patients.
Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to fulfill office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Frequently able to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds.
Fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.
Vision abilities include close-range and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus; regularly talk and hear.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic.
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 the work area and equipment after treatment.
Wash, fold, and maintain linens and towels.
Maintain restrooms and other areas, including windows as needed, and 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.