Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Livonia, MI

11d

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 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 for treatments, assisting clinicians, supporting patients during exercises and functional activities, providing routine treatments, and maintaining clinic areas, equipment, linens, and supplies. The aide also supports front-office operations, including phones, scheduling, filing, and inventory tracking. This is a part-time position. The listed pay range is USD $13.73 to $20.00 per hour. Individual base pay depends on factors including work location, role complexity, responsibilities, and relevant experience and skills.

Requirements

High school graduate; an intern is also 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 and a team player.
Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 20–25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, including putting on and removing supportive devices.
Assist physical therapists during treatment administration and provide routine treatment.
Safeguard, motivate, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under professional staff direction.
Provide routine treatments such as hot/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; restock paper towels, tissue paper, 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.