Physical Therapy Technician

Supports physical therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient, equipment / materials, performing procedures, under the supervision of a physical therapist.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares treatment areas for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, and answering questions or requests, allaying fears.
• Helps treat PT by applying heat packs and helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
• Under the supervision of a PT, PT tech will ensure patients’ proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; placement of patient on equipment.
• Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing requests for supplies orders; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Requirements

Creating a safe, effective environment, verbal communication, listening, coaching, self- development, coordination, teamwork, multi-tasking, and supply management.

Physical Requirements

• Requires intermittent lifting of up to 45lbs.
• Standing or walking for prolonged periods of time.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Physical Therapy Aides: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $15