Physical Therapy Aide
Summary
Assist physical therapists in an outpatient clinic by providing patient care, maintaining equipment, and handling administrative tasks like scheduling and EHR documentation.
We are seeking an immediate hire for a Physical Therapy Aide at our friendly outpatient clinic.
Are you considering a career in Physical Therapy? Working as an aide/tech is a great way to gain hands-on experience and earn the observation hours required for physical therapy programs. These hours not only help you meet program requirements but also give you the chance to explore if this career path is the right fit for you!
Core Job duties:
- Assist physical therapists with patient care
- Administer hot/cold packs
- Maintain therapy equipment
- Ensure a clean, neat clinic environment
- Greet patients
- Answer phones
- Book appointments
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1+ years of experience in healthcare or related field preferred
- Experience with patient scheduling and physical therapy support
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Physical ability to assist patients with mobility and transfers
- Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
- Understanding of physical therapy procedures and protocols
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Assisting physical therapist with laundry and other clinical duties
- Competitive compensation
- Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership
- Employee discount plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive