Physical Therapy Tech (Pt Aide)

Synergy Health Partners is looking for full-time Physical/Occupational Therapy Technicians to work in our Livonia PT clinic. This role supports a large private-practice Physical Therapy clinic.

Under the direct supervision of a PT/OT team which includes: physical therapists, occupational therapists, occupational therapist assistants and/or physical therapist assistants, the Physical Therapy Technician:

• Assists in therapy intervention as directed by license therapist according to the departmental guidelines
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development over the lifespan for appropriate interactions
• Performs assigned housekeeping, clerical and transporter duties

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Is aware of indications and contraindications for each physical modality treatment (heat, cold, ultrasound, traction, paraffin bath, electrical stimulation, fludiotherapy) and reports back to the primary therapist when contraindications and/or any concerns regarding patient safety are noted.
• Is aware of indications and contraindications for general exercises, and reports back to the primary therapist when contraindications arise.
• Is aware of proper posture and body mechanics, and able to reinforce these principles to patients throughout their treatment session.

• Observes and respects patients’ rights to confidentiality, privacy and dignity.

• Assists in the ordering of supplies and maintains inventory in a safe and organized manner.

• Performs general housekeeping tasks including filling of supplies, maintaining clean linens, cleaning all treatment areas with disinfectant as per cleaning schedule, keeping all treatment areas neat and orderly and safe.

• Completes patient treatments as assigned by an occupational/physical therapist or occupational/physical therapist assistant for the following modalities: heat, cold, ultrasound, traction, paraffin bath, electrical stimulation, fludiotherapy and, lymphopress/compression pump.

• Effectively communicates with patients, families and colleagues with an emphasis on achievement and maintaining a positive work environment.

• Self initiates Physical Therapy Technician tasks without management having to assign projects. Actively seeks out technician activities and when tasks are completed communicate to the PTT Supervisor. Assumes responsibility for daily, weekly and monthly cleaning and administrative logs. Seeks out PTT Supervisor to ask if additional tasks need to be completed.

• Understands practice’s EMR system (checking patients into system, assigning patients to therapists, properly scanning of paperwork into chart).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Certifications, Registration or Licensure:

None

Minimum Knowledge and Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Work Experience:

None

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Displays interpersonal skills to successfully interact with patients and all team members.

Uses good judgment to act responsibly and independently.

Possesses physical capabilities necessary to complete job duties.

Working Conditions:

Traditional Physical Therapy clinic environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person