Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Salem, VA

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 treatment. Duties must comply with state practice act requirements. This part-time role supports patient care and clinic operations by preparing patients for treatment, assisting with exercises and routine treatments, maintaining treatment areas and supplies, and helping with administrative tasks. The listed hourly pay range is $12.77 to $20.00. Individual base pay depends on factors including work location, role responsibilities, and relevant experience and skills.

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.
Energetic, team-oriented approach and ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Ability to perform office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
Frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms; 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; regularly talk and hear.

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 treatments and provide routine treatment as directed.
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; 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, when needed, order inventory.