Physical Therapy Aide

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 safety.
• Perform 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• 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.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Employee Discount Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays