Physical Therapy Technician

Rehab Group, a leader in the rehabilitation community, is seeking a Physical Therapist Technician for our outpatient Physical Therapy clinic. The position is part-time for our Morristown clinic, MWF 8am to 5pm. This is a great opportunity for those who are interested in entering the field of Physical Therapy. Rehab Group provides a fun and supportive work environment in an energetic outpatient clinic. You do not need experience for this position as it is on the job training.

Physical Therapist Aide Job Responsibilities:

Supports Physical Therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient, equipment and materials; performing procedures, under the supervision of a physical therapist.

Physical Therapist Aide Job Duties:

• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patients for Physical Therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and/or assisting 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.
• Maintains Physical Therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Serves and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Enhances Physical Therapy department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $8.00 - $13.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person