What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Technician position at Strive Physical Therapy?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Strive Physical Therapy is a member of the Confluent Health family of physical and occupational therapy companies that is transforming healthcare by developing and educating today’s highly effective clinicians and by providing them with career development pathways to become industry leaders.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions of the Physical Therapist Technician Role:
- Prepare and sanitize treatment room for the patients
- Understand the uses of stationary bikes, pulley systems, exercise/medicine balls, plyometric boxes, rebounder, weight equipment, mobilization tables and benches, progressive resistive exercises as designed by the Physical Therapist
- Prepare equipment such as hydrotherapy tanks, paraffin bath, and hot packs
- Remove and replace braces, splints, and slings from patient bodies before and after treatment
- Assist physical therapy assistant and/or physical therapist to support patient during ambulation and gait training.
- Communicate effectively with patients/clients, the public and all members of the healthcare team
Qualifications
Experience and Skills Required for the Phyiscal Therapist Technician Position:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
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