What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Aide position at Athletico Physical Therapy?
Athletico's Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and cost-effective fitness, performance and rehabilitative services through personalized care that emphasizes education and prevention of future injury.
Position Summary
The Rehabilitation Aide will assist the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing requested administrative and clinical duties. They will greet patients as they arrive to the clinic and work alongside the physical therapists as well as the physical therapist assistants during patient treatment.
Benefits
This part-time position offers:
- Bi-annual pay increase opportunities
- Pre-Tax & Roth 401k (for 21 ) with quarterly company match
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Perks at Work Discounts
- Pet Insurance Discounts
- Home & Auto Insurance Discounts
- Student Loan Resources
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Rehabilitation Aide will perform the following tasks:
- Prepare patients for physical therapy treatments
- Assist physical therapists during administration of treatments
- Provide routine treatments such as hot/cold packs and modalities
- Clean the work area and equipment after treatment
- Maintain restrooms and other areas
- Restock supplies
- Assist with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork
- Order inventory
Qualifications
To be considered for this position, candidates must have:
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience preferred
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Attention to detail and time management skills
- Patient/Client Satisfaction: Providing care/service that exceeds expectations
- Energetic and a team player
Language Skills
Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Physical Demands
The Rehabilitation Aide will be required to:
- Talk and hear regularly
- Perform office activities including computer-based work, filing, and lifting supplies
- Frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
Work Environment
The Rehabilitation Aide will work in an internal office environment with a low noise level.
Athletico 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.
