Physical Therapy Aide

About the role

Highbar is a leading outpatient physical therapy practice experiencing significant growth with locations across New England. We bring together the science of musculoskeletal health with the art of individualized care, consistently delivering life-changing outcomes for our patients.

The Exercise Specialist/Physical Therapy Aide is a non-licensed caregiver who works under the direction of a Physical Therapist and/or Assistant to aid in the provision of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the condition and cleanliness of treatment rooms and gym area meets standards.
• Assist clinical staff with patient intervention following plan of care as directed by the PT or PTA. Level of assistance will depend on payer and state guidelines. Treatment may include:
  • exercise instruction,
  • manual therapy techniques,
  • aquatic therapy,
  • modalities, and
  • education on posture, ergonomics, ADL’s and body mechanics.
• Assist administrative staff as directed by clinic director; tasks to include scheduling/rescheduling patients, answering phones, assisting patients with intake, running weekly reports from clinical software and calling patients to maintain communication at the therapist’s direction.
• Maintain clean environment for the safety of patients and efficiency of clinicians; housekeeping tasks include but are not limited to:
  • consistently cleaning tables and private treatment areas,
  • maintaining supply of towels and pillowcases in appropriate area,
  • cleaning exercise equipment,
  • washing/folding laundry where applicable,
  • communicating with clinic director when supplies are low.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (required).
• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field strongly preferred.

Physical Expectations

• Standing or walking for extended periods.
• Assisting with patient exercise instruction and demonstration.
• Monitoring patient movement to ensure safety, including fall prevention.
• Light lifting or movement of equipment and supplies up to 50lbs.
• Occasional bending, reaching, or crouching as needed to support patient care or maintain a safe and clean clinical environment.

Pay

Starting at $18/hour, with compensation adjusted based on experience, skills, and role alignment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision.
• Voluntary disability and life insurance options.
• 401(k).
• Fitness & Wellness program.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Community volunteer opportunities.
• Valuable patient-facing experience and opportunities for continued learning and professional development for those interested in growing their clinical/administrative knowledge.

About Us

We develop leading-edge physical therapists who practice at the top of their license, acting as primary care providers for musculoskeletal disorders, and challenging themselves and their patients to reach new goals.