Physical Therapy Technician

Location: Old Saybrook

About Us

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital, and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers, and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in escorting patients to treatment areas.
• Observe patients during treatments and report orally to the physical therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Prepare the treatment areas for patient care.
• Prepare modality treatments as supervised by the physical therapist including electrical stimulation, hot/cold packs, iontophoresis, BFRT, and other modalities.
• Keep treatment areas (tables, equipment, and gym area) clean and disinfected.
• Keep machines clean and in working order and report any problems in a timely manner.
• Perform deep cleaning of equipment regularly and when necessary.
• File exercise flowsheets as necessary.
• Assist with orientation and training of new physical therapy technicians.
• Perform supply inventory and unpack/check-in supply orders.
• Keep supply closets in order and continually maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Adhere to HIPAA/OSHA regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and customer service skills.
• Able to follow directions from physical and/or occupational therapist.
• Experience in an outpatient physical therapy clinic or personal training environment of at least 1 year is preferred.

Benefits

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Dynamic environment.
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners.
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience.
• Competitive compensation.
• Generous PTO.
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

Schedule

Monday through Friday; 7am to 5pm.