What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Technician position at Orthopaedic Medical Group of Tampa Bay?
Job description
Orthopaedic Medical Group of Tampa Bay is a healthcare company that provides orthopaedic care and skilled physical therapy. We offer a full range of services for clients with orthopedic problems, work-related injuries, sports injuries, and various orthopaedic conditions. We strive to provide quality care to our patients, a warm work environment where patients and employees can prosper.
We are looking for a full-time Physical Therapy Tech to join our team in our office located in Lithia, Florida.
Basic Job Description:
Under the general supervision of the Director of Physical Therapy, you will work with the Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, and Athletic Trainers with providing patient care. Other duties include cleaning/preparing treatment areas and assisting with appointment scheduling when necessary. Will also be cross-trained to assist with front desk tasks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist the Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants and Athletic Trainer as directed with treatment procedures in accordance with clinic policies and procedures.
- Prepare and administer modalities for patient treatment as outlined by the therapist, and according to clinic standard of treatment.
- Communicate with clinicians on any changes in a patient’s condition.
- Assist with maintaining a safe and clean work area.
- Stock linen and prepare treatment areas daily; treatment areas to be maintained throughout each working day.
- Clean treatment tables, mats, exercise equipment, etc. according to clinic procedures.
- Clean hydro collator according to infection control policies and procedures.
- Perform reception duties as needed.
- Greet all patients and visitors in a courteous manner.
- Assist with the maintenance of patients’ medical records.
- Schedule appointments according to clinic policy.
- Understand and follow all OMG policies and procedures.
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills to interact with patients.
- Spanish Speaking is a plus.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Standard office and clinical equipment. Requires use of computer and electronic medical record (EMR) as needed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: A combination of office and clinical setting. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, biohazards, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic setting.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical/mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, or hear. Daily job-related interactions will require the employee to push, pull, bend, squat, or demonstrate exercises. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk for extended periods of time; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing 5 to 30 lbs or more. May assist patients as needed, helping them on and off the exam table, or pushing wheelchairs. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Stress can be triggered by workload and complex cases. Occasional stress caused by multitasking, level of responsibility, and workload.
**Orthopaedic Medical Group of Tampa Bay equal Opportunity Employer. OMGTB does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need**
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Starting from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift (4 days per week) or 8 hour shift (5 days per week)
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lithia, FL 33547
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Physical Therapy: 2 years (Preferred)
- Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical administrative: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
- One location
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
- Aggressive -- competitive and growth-oriented
- Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
Company's website:
- https://www.omgtb.com/
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Sports Medicine
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18
