Physical Therapy Technician

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Peabody, MA

25d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Technician supports physical therapy staff in preparing treatment areas, assisting patients with prescribed exercises and functional activities, monitoring patient progress, and maintaining equipment and supplies. The role includes transporting and positioning patients, preparing patients for treatment, providing basic assistance during therapy, educating patients about equipment and exercise routines, and entering patient statistics into Track Via and FOTO. The technician also helps maintain a safe, clean, and confidential clinical environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of physical therapy experience; medical office experience preferred.
Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and other regulatory policies.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for maintaining a safe working environment.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to develop and maintain effective, professional working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers, and the public, displaying sympathy, tact, and understanding.
Ability to work as a team player with a positive attitude, adjust to various personalities, work with a diverse population, and demonstrate patience and professionalism.
Ability to represent the clinic professionally.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding patient issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Medical office experience.

Responsibilities

Clean and organize work areas and disinfect equipment after treatment.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
Observe patients during treatment, evaluate their responses and progress, and report observations to the physical therapist.
Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients with exercises and functional activities under medical staff direction.
Discuss patient information with physical therapy staff and others to help plan, modify, and coordinate treatment.
Transport patients to and from treatment areas using wheelchairs or standing support.
Prepare treatment areas and patients for therapy according to prescribed procedures and protocols.
Welcome and comfort patients, and assist them into physical therapy apparel or treatment openings as needed.
Answer patient questions and requests.
Assist with treatment by applying heat packs and paraffin dips, helping patients use whirlpools and therapy equipment, monitoring motion, tracking walking time and distance, measuring mobility, and performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
Use Track Via and FOTO, enter statistics into Track Via, and discharge patients from FOTO.
Demonstrate proper equipment use and exercise routines to patients.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Sterilize and deliver equipment and supplies, position equipment for therapist access, and position patients on equipment.
Maintain physical therapy equipment by completing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and requesting repairs.
Monitor inventory, anticipate supply needs, place and expedite orders, and verify receipt of supplies.
Perform related work as required.