Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Aide supports physical therapists and the clinical team by maintaining clean treatment areas, equipment, and supplies, and by providing support to the clinic and excellent customer service. The role involves preparing and organizing treatment spaces, monitoring and inspecting equipment, assisting with housekeeping, and interacting with patients while referring medical questions to the treating clinician. The position requires standing for much of the day, multitasking, and supporting more than one clinician at a time. This is a part-time position.

Requirements

High school graduate; an intern is also preferred.
Demonstrated interest in the rehabilitation field.
Energetic and a team player.
Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
Complete tasks thoroughly.
Ability to communicate a clear understanding of patient/client expectations and adapt to exceed their needs.
Ability to focus on determining what can be done to make progress.
Ability to develop personally and professionally.
Ability to collaborate to achieve a common goal.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Able to stand on their feet for most of the day, multitask, and work with more than one clinician at a time.
Ability to perform office activities such as computer-based work, filing, and lifting or carrying office supplies.
Frequently able to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds.
Local travel required.

Nice To Haves

Previous Clinical Aide experience.
Basic knowledge of office equipment.

Responsibilities

Clean and sterilize treatment areas and therapy equipment between uses as necessary.
Clean, fold, and replace linens when receptacles are full or supplies run low.
Stock treatment tables and modality carts with appropriate linens and supplies.
Maintain weights and other equipment, returning equipment to its proper station after use.
Keep the gym area, waiting room, and restrooms organized and free of clutter.
Mop, sweep, or vacuum as needed to support housekeeping staff.
Complete and accurately update equipment maintenance sheets.
Regularly monitor paraffin and hydroculator bath temperatures for safety.
Inspect therapy equipment daily, including ultrasound and EMS units, paraffin baths, whirlpool tubs, hydroculator units, cold-pack freezers, and fluidotherapy units, to ensure it is in good working order.
Check supply cabinets periodically to ensure clinicians have adequate supplies.
Engage patients in friendly conversation and provide excellent customer service.
Refer medical questions to the treating clinician.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

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