Physical Therapy Technician- FULL TIME

About the role

Assists the Physical Therapist with patient care and implementing the plan of treatment. Establishes and maintains effective communication with patients, family members, and other departments. Assists the front office staff as needed. Responds to patient questions and inquiries to maintain high patient satisfaction levels. Responsible for care and maintenance of equipment and keeping a safe and clean environment in the clinic. Assists with supply inventorying and stocking. Assists the director with special projects. Maintains patient confidentiality. Assists all patients on the rehabilitation floor and helps ensure seamless and efficient clinic function and daily clinic flow.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist with patient care and treatment implementation
• Communicate effectively with patients, family members, and other departments
• Support front office staff as needed
• Respond to patient inquiries to maintain high satisfaction levels
• Maintain and care for clinic equipment
• Ensure a safe and clean clinic environment
• Assist with supply inventory and stocking
• Support the director with special projects
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Assist patients on the rehabilitation floor
• Help ensure efficient clinic function and daily flow

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent working knowledge) preferred
• Graduation from a technical program is preferred
• One year of experience in an outpatient physical therapy clinic is preferred

Knowledge

• How to use and maintain physical therapy equipment
• Department policies and procedures
• OSHA and infection control regulations

Skills

• Effectively using all physical therapy equipment
• Complying with OSHA and infection control policies
• Assisting the Physical Therapist with patients

Abilities

• Communicate clearly with providers, patients, and family members
• Use effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Maintain confidentiality

Environmental Working Conditions

Normal clinic environment. Some travel within the community.

Physical/Mental Demands

• Sitting and standing associated with a physical therapy clinic environment
• Combination of bending, lifting, and transferring activities
• Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard