Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico Physical Therapy • Warner Robins, GA

4d • $10 - $20

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 must comply with state practice act requirements.

This is a part-time position. The work environment is an internal office with a usually low noise level. The listed pay range is $10.00 to $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school graduate; an intern is also 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 or service that exceeds expectations.
• Energetic and a team player.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
• Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
• Physical ability to perform office activities, including sitting for computer-based work, filing, lifting and carrying office supplies, standing, walking, using hands to feel, reaching, and occasional lifting or moving of up to 20–25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities, including close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.
• Ability to talk and hear regularly and perform fine hand manipulation such as keyboarding.

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 treatment, and provide routine treatment.
• Safeguard, motivate, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under professional staff direction.
• 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 as needed, including windows, and restock paper towels, tissues, 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 potentially order inventory.
• Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic.
• Perform other tasks as necessitated by changing role and organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
• Pre-tax 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 for part-time and full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED