Physical Therapy Aide
About The Position
The Rehabilitation Aide, also known as a rehabilitation technician or physical therapy aide, 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 position includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting with routine care and exercises under professional direction, maintaining treatment areas and supplies, and supporting clinic administrative tasks. The work environment is an internal office with a usually low noise level.
Requirements
- High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
- 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 player who can demonstrate compassion toward patients and complete tasks thoroughly.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
- Ability to fulfill office activities, including remaining seated for computer-based work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
- Frequently able to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/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 ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to talk and hear regularly while performing job duties.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience.
- Basic knowledge of office equipment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, including helping them put on and remove supportive devices.
- Assist physical therapists during treatment administration 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, 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.
- Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic.
Benefits
- Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
- Pre-tax commuter transit and parking benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with per-pay company match for employees age 21 and older
- SoFi financial wellness tools and loan resources
- HUSK fitness resources and gym discounts
- KinderCare discount
- Home, auto, and pet insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount program
- Bereavement time off and resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
