Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Byron, IL

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 and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment, following state practice act requirements. The role also supports patient exercises and routine treatments, maintains clinic spaces and equipment, and assists with front-office tasks and supply management. This is a part-time position.

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 document projects clearly and manage production.
Attention to detail and time-management skills.
Ability to provide care and service that exceed expectations, demonstrate compassion toward patients, work as an energetic team player, and complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to fulfill office activities, including computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Ability to talk and hear, and to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 20–25 pounds.
Fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.
Vision abilities including close-range and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, help put on and remove 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 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, 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 non-medical and medical clinic supplies and order inventory as needed.
Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic.