Physical Therapy Aide - Outpatient

Legacy Health • Tualatin, OR

13h • $18 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Legacy Health is seeking a dedicated Outpatient Rehab Aide to join their team. This role involves significant administrative duties and requires strong computer skills. The ideal candidate will assist licensed therapists, manage treatment areas, perform clerical tasks, support front office operations, and help maintain equipment. This position contributes to Legacy's mission of making life better for others by ensuring a positive and seamless experience for both therapists and patients.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to work well with others with tact and diplomacy, as there is much interdepartmental and departmental exchange of information.
• Excellent communication skills are required to relate effectively with patients, co-workers, and management.
• Good verbal, written, and listening skills are necessary.
• Organizational and time management skills are essential.
• BLS Healthcare Provider required within three months of hire.
• Rehab orientation on posture and body mechanics to be completed by department.

Nice To Haves

• Prior hospital Physical Therapy Aide experience preferred.
• Basic familiarity with computers, including use of Excel, are preferred.
• Strong computer skills strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists, as well as Therapy Assistants, during patient care activities.
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas to ensure a clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Perform clerical tasks, including ordering departmental supplies and maintaining accurate records.
• Communicate acute care schedule changes to nursing staff as needed.
• Support front office operations, including scheduling appointments, collecting co-pays and co-insurance, and reconciling daily charges.
• Assist with patient transfers, treatments, and delivery of therapy equipment to inpatient rooms upon request.
• Manage ordering and maintenance of therapy equipment and supplies.
• Help ensure clinic compliance with Joint Commission standards under the direction of the Manager/Supervisor.
• Foster and maintain professional relationships with staff and uphold high personal standards in daily work.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

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