Physical Therapy Technician

Arete' Health PT • Myrtle Beach, SC

72d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Technician (PTT) is a technically trained allied health professional who plays a critical role in advancing Arete Health’s mission: creating access to care, supporting top-of-license practice, delivering exceptional patient experiences, and optimizing clinic efficiency. This role is designed to develop the future leaders of Physical and Occupational Therapy by offering an advanced, hands-on learning environment for individuals pursuing or holding backgrounds in exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training, or related health sciences.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or enrolled in final year) in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Biology, or related field; OR completion of a certified technical program.
• Coursework: Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics, Exercise Prescription, EMR documentation.
• Patient Care Excellence: Compassion, empathy, and strong communication
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in exercise demonstration and safe patient transfers.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple patients and workflows.
• Technology Fluency: EMR systems, scheduling software, MS Office/Google Workspace.
• Team Collaboration: Works seamlessly with therapists and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Personal Trainer (NASM, ACSM, NSCA, ACE)
• CSCS
• ATC
• EMT-Basic

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment areas and equipment ensuring safety and readiness.
• Assist therapists in implementing therapeutic programs.
• Apply supervised therapeutic modalities (heat/cold packs, electrotherapy setup).
• Monitor patient safety, comfort, and adherence during sessions.
• Maintain, clean, and calibrate therapeutic equipment.
• Track supplies and coordinate vendor communication.
• Support scheduling workflows and productivity targets.
• Document patient progress and interactions in EMR systems.
• Assist with insurance and clerical workflows as needed.

Benefits

• Arete Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level