Physical Therapy Technician

Fvortho Goplay; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Ontario is seeking a full-time support role for Physical Therapists, focusing on patient care and administrative duties. Responsibilities include assisting with patient exercises, managing schedules, and ensuring a clean environment. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Capable of maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
• Experience in customer service and communication with patients.

Responsibilities

• Support Physical Therapists in daily productivity and patient care tasks.
• Maintain documentation and assist in administrative duties such as scheduling and billing.
• Communicate effectively with patients and ensure a safe treatment environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time Management

Job description

Career Opportunities with Fox Valley Orthopaedic Associates

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Location: Yorkville, Illinois
Status: Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)
Days/Hours: Days and hours vary (no weekends)
Expected Starting Pay (based on experience): From $17.00/Hour

Summary

Responsible for supporting the PT/PTA in their daily productivity. Assists with supervising patients during exercises, applying hot/cold packs, electrode removal, and providing general support to therapists.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in treating all patients except Medicare under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Ensure paperwork is co-signed by a Physical Therapist.
• Assist Physical Therapists with assessing patients' readiness to return to sports.
• Use modalities and soft tissue work, including massage, as recommended by a Physical Therapist.
• Follow policies and procedures regarding vacation, attendance, and punctuality.
• Complete required documentation and billing within recommended time frames.
• Instruct patients and their families professionally and effectively.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, including laundry, to facilitate quality patient care and efficient operations.
• Recommend appropriate supplies and equipment.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Participate in staff meetings and continuing education programs approved by the Clinic Manager.
• Handle conflicts with co-workers or patients appropriately, using effective communication techniques and involving management when necessary.
• Propose solutions to concerns or issues.
• Maintain positive behavior with internal and external customers.
• Adapt to changing environments and various locations.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and clinic information.
• Strive to achieve goals and improve quality of care.
• Communicate with doctors regarding patient status or treatment questions in a timely manner.
• Handle incoming calls, obtain caller information, and forward or take messages.
• Greet patients and visitors professionally, providing information and assistance.
• Schedule appointments, order supplies, maintain the waiting room, perform typing, and assist with report generation and other clerical duties.
• Assist PT, PTA, ATC with preparation and cleanup of evaluation rooms and gym, including maintenance of contrast baths, ice cups, hydrocollator, and removal of e-stim patches and cold packs.