Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•Bloomingdale, IL

12d

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. The role also supports clinic operations by maintaining treatment areas and supplies, helping with routine treatments and patient activities under professional direction, and assisting with phone calls, appointment scheduling, and paperwork. The position is part-time and offers a wage range of $15.00–$20.00 per hour.

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 player who demonstrates compassion toward patients and provides service that exceeds expectations.
Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Ability to fulfill office activities, including seated computer work, filing, lifting and carrying office supplies, and fine hand manipulation such as keyboarding.
Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 20–25 pounds.
Ability to meet the stated vision, speaking, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, hand-use, and reaching demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

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 treatments, 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; 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 non-medical and medical clinic supplies and may order inventory.