Physical Therapy Aide

Pivot Physical Therapy•Cambridge, MD

21d•$15 - $20

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to a rehabilitation technician or physical therapy aide, assists the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians with administrative and clinical duties. The aide greets patients as they arrive and works alongside physical therapists and physical therapist assistants during treatment, following applicable state practice act requirements. The role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting clinicians, providing routine treatments under professional direction, supporting patients during exercises and functional activities, and maintaining clinic equipment, linens, supplies, and work areas. The aide may also assist with phones, appointment scheduling, paperwork, charts, and inventory.

Requirements

High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience 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 patient/client 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments, help them 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 the direction of professional staff.
Provide routine treatments, including 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 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 potentially order inventory.
Greet patients as they arrive at the clinic.
Perform duties in compliance with state practice act requirements.