Physical Therapy Aide - Per Diem

The hourly wage offered for this position is $16.90 - $23.67.
Rebound is the largest orthopedic and neurosurgical practice in the Portland-Vancouver area with an array of sub-specialties including orthopedics, brain and spine care, sports medicine, physiatry, Physical Therapy and hand therapy. We are proud to be the team physicians for the Portland Trail Blazers, the Portland Winterhawks and several collegiate teams and celebrate over 50 years of serving the community with a commitment to providing superior service to our patients.
Rebound is looking for a Per DiemPhysical Therapy Aide to work in our outpatient Physical Therapy clinics at our various locations. This is a great opportunity to find mentorship and grow professionally towards a career in Physical Therapy!
The Physical Therapy Aide assists various levels of personnel in their related clinical activities. This includes set-ups for patients, transportation, assisting in routine ambulation and therapeutic techniques.  The Physical Therapy Aide also maintains inventory of department equipment, linen and supplies, assists with general clean-up, and performs receptionist/clerical duties as needed by the department. The ideal candidates will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team, interacting with providers and clinical staff, and must be able to multi-task, have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with patients. 

• Support an environment that reinforces Rebound’s mission and Core Values of Superior Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, Quality and Recognition.
• Administer routine patient treatment and care to patients of various ages under direct supervision of the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Monitor patient's reaction to therapy and reports significant changes or developments to therapist.
• Transport/escort patients to Physical Treatment treatment as needed, including wheelchair transfers from parking facilities to treatment area.
• Be alert and helpful to ensure patients find the appropriate office, exit, etc. and offer directions when needed.
• Check in patients in a friendly and timely manner. Communicate potential delays.
• Facilitate information collection as needed. Confirm insurance and demographic information.
• Promote use of the patient portal.
• Receipt processing for copays, deductibles, deposits and residual balance payments. Maintain cash drawer protocol at all times.
• Maintain a clean lobby environment.
• Alert supervisor and or/administration if suspicious persons are on the premise. Contact security as appropriate.
• Cover for front desk staff in instances of staff call-outs, staff meetings, etc.
• Project work as needed to fill downtime.
• Assist in department maintenance by performing light housekeeping tasks.
• Change linen in patient treatment areas per department procedure.
• Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance of department equipment and supplies per department procedures.
• Application and education of modalities such as ultrasound and ESTIM to patients, as prescribed by therapist.
• Assist in the distribution of outcome surveys to patients and accurate entering of information into patient's electronic health record.
• Function as purchasing coordinator by ordering of therapy supplies and equipment, maintain inventory of linens and communicate with QA department as needed.
• Maintain provider schedules by scheduling of follow-up appointments and daily monitoring of waitlist and reschedule requests to fill cancellations or openings.
• Perform a variety of receptionist and general clerical duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Keep informed of health care issues, changing department procedures and other department information by attending staff meetings and/or reading staff meeting minutes, e-mails and newsletters.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and abide by all HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Completion of high school, GED or equivalent required. Completion of AA and/or at
  least 2 years of college required. Bachelors preferred.
• BLS certified.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong interest in physical
  therapy/health professions as a career preferred. Physical Therapy experience highly desired.
• Excellent customer service skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail. 
• Ability to work effectively with patients and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.

We are proud to offer:

• 401(K) Retirement Plan, including discretionary profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick time accrued based on FTE
• Free Parking

This is a great opportunity to work in a quality organization with Top Doctors in the Northwest. At Rebound, our goal is to cultivate an organization that offers superior patient-centered medical care, with mutual respect and cooperation, in a positive and supportive environment. Come join our team!