Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy•Saint Peters, MO

14d•$15 - $20

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide supports physical therapists and the facility’s clinical team by maintaining clean treatment areas, equipment, and supplies, assisting with clinic operations, and providing excellent customer service. The role involves interacting with patients, keeping clinic spaces organized, and helping ensure therapy equipment is safe and in good working order. This is a part-time position. The work is in an internal office environment with usually low noise levels, and local travel is required.

Requirements

High school graduate; an intern is also preferred.
Demonstrated interest in the rehabilitation field.
Energetic and a team player.
Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to communicate a clear understanding of patient/client expectations and adapt to exceed their needs.
Ability to focus on determining what can be done to make progress.
Ability to develop personally and professionally.
Ability to collaborate toward a common goal.
Demonstrated event-planning expertise.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to perform the physical functions of the role, including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, using hands, and occasionally lifting or moving 20–25 pounds.
Ability to meet the position’s vision requirements, including close-range and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
Local travel required.

Nice To Haves

Previous clinical aide experience.
Basic knowledge of office equipment.
High school graduate or intern experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and sterilize treatment areas and therapy equipment between uses as necessary.
Clean, fold, and replace linens when laundry receptacles are full or stock is low.
Stock treatment tables and modality carts with appropriate linens and supplies.
Maintain weights and other equipment, returning items to their proper stations after use.
Keep the gym, waiting room, and restrooms organized and clear of clutter; sweep, mop, and vacuum as needed to support housekeeping staff.
Complete and accurately update equipment maintenance sheets.
Monitor paraffin and hydroculator bath temperatures for safety.
Inspect 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 to ensure clinicians have adequate supplies.
Engage patients in friendly conversation and provide excellent customer service.
Refer medical questions to the treating clinician.
Work with multiple clinicians and manage multiple tasks.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.