Physical Therapy Aide - New Lenox, IL
About The Position
The Rehabilitation Aide, equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide roles, 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 are performed in compliance with state practice act requirements. The available schedule is 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. The role includes preparing patients for treatment, assisting with exercises and routine treatments, cleaning and maintaining the clinic, and supporting front-office and inventory tasks. The work environment is an internal office with a usually low noise level.
Requirements
- High school graduate; an intern is preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
- 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 care and service that exceeds expectations.
- Energetic, team-oriented, and compassionate toward patients.
- Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
- Ability to fulfill office activities, including seated computer work, filing, and lifting and carrying office supplies.
- Vision sufficient for close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
- Ability to talk and hear regularly, and frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hands and arms.
- Fine hand manipulation, including keyboarding.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20–25 pounds.
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 with treatment administration 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 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 may order inventory.
Benefits
- Bi-annual pay increase opportunity.
- Pre-tax commuter 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
