Physical Therapy Tech I
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Tech I works under the direction and direct supervision of a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, assisting with patient care by performing simple treatment procedures. The role transports patients, charts, and equipment to and from treatment areas as instructed by the therapist and performs other assigned rehabilitation support duties. The employee is directly responsible to the therapists and assistants they are assigned to work with, actively seeks to improve their own knowledge and skills and those of others, and participates in team dynamics and interdisciplinary activities when appropriate.
Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively and interact pleasantly with patients and coworkers from varied backgrounds.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide service appropriate to the patient's age.
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Five years and less than ten years of service with the system is required; General Rehab SCI and Medical Group are not eligible for level III.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient care by performing simple treatment procedures under the direction and direct supervision of a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Transport patients, charts, and equipment to and from treatment areas as instructed by the therapist.
- Perform other rehabilitation support duties as assigned.
- Actively seek to improve personal knowledge and skills and those of others.
- Participate in team dynamics and interdisciplinary activities when appropriate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
