What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Technician position at U.S. Physical Therapy, Inc.?
Company Description
At Peak Performance Physical Therapy, our number one priority is the patient. With eight clinics serving communities in Louisiana, we strive to provide individualized treatment with hands-on, compassionate care. Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality therapy through personalized care and education. Our customized approach ensures patient comprehension and will enhance proper treatment progression to secure the best outcome for our patients.
Job Description
We are hiring a full-time Physical Therapy Technician for our team. You will be able to help in planning and ongoing assessment and provide treatment according to the treatment plan of patients the Physical Therapist has evaluated.
Responsibilities
Benefits
At Peak Performance Physical Therapy, our number one priority is the patient. With eight clinics serving communities in Louisiana, we strive to provide individualized treatment with hands-on, compassionate care. Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality therapy through personalized care and education. Our customized approach ensures patient comprehension and will enhance proper treatment progression to secure the best outcome for our patients.
Job Description
We are hiring a full-time Physical Therapy Technician for our team. You will be able to help in planning and ongoing assessment and provide treatment according to the treatment plan of patients the Physical Therapist has evaluated.
Responsibilities
- Assist physical therapists with patient care.
- Helps treat patients by applying heat packs, helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion, and performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
- Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering them to the treatment area, positioning equipment for therapist access, and positioning the patient on the equipment.
- Keeps a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Ensures operation of physical therapy equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.
- Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine the inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt of supplies.
- Watch the patient’s development during therapy sessions and note how the patient responds.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1 year of experience in a medical environment, ideally in a physical or occupational therapy setting.
- Ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and retrieve objects weighing at least 30 pounds of medical supplies and equipment and transferring and repositioning patients.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent benefits package including health, vision, dental, 401k, and generous Paid Time Off
- Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership
- Corporate discount plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Family-friendly work environment
- Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive
