Physical Therapy Aide

Job Details Description Position Overview: The Physical Therapy Aide provides supportive, non-clinical services under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in accordance with Washington state regulations. The primary focus of this role is to maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment, prepare treatment areas, assist with patient transport, and perform administrative duties to ensure seamless clinic operations Required Skills And Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required; coursework in kinesiology, exercise science, or pre-physical therapy preferred.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong commitment to patient care and customer service.Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced medical environment.Basic computer proficiency for data entry, scheduling, and electronic medical record (EMR) navigation.Compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations regarding unauthorized clinical tasks for unregistered/unlicensed personnel. Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other Duties May Be Assigned) Clean, sanitize, and organize treatment tables, equipment, and therapy areas between patient sessions to maintain strict infection control protocols.Prepare heat packs, cold packs, and specific exercise equipment as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.Escort patients from the waiting area to treatment rooms, ensuring their comfort and safetyPerform administrative tasks including greeting patients, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing clinical laundry (towels, linens).Maintain inventory of clinical supplies and notify management when restocking is required.Safely assist patients during transfers, ambulation, and positioning under the direct line-of-sight supervision of a licensed therapist. Benefits Offered Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available) Life Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) plan with Company Match Employee Discount Program Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Physical Requirements The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing this role, the employee must regularly: Sit, talk, hear, and use hands to write, type, or operate office equipment Occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell Perform repetitive motions, including reaching overhead and typing Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds Maintain peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustments