What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Technician (FT) at Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Center position at Physicians Rehab Solution?
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Center Physical Therapy (“OFAC”) in Worthington, OH is seeking a Full Time Physical Therapist Technician for our outpatient clinic.
Job Duties:
- Prepares patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and/or assisting the patient into physical therapy apparel or apertures.
- Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests; allaying fears.
- Helps treat patients by applying heat packs; paraffin dips; assisting patients into whirlpool; helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; measuring mobility; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
- Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
- Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patient on equipment.
- Ensures operation of physical therapy equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instruction; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
- Enhances physical therapy department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Minimum Requirements:
- 1-2 years of Physical Therapy Office experience preferred
- Excellent Customer Service, Telephone, and Communication skills
Other Skills Required:
- Ability to Multi-task
- Organized
- Self-Motivated
- Attention to detail
Req #3601