Physical Therapy Exercise Technician

Best Life Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in outpatient physical therapy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Technician. This role combines patient care and administrative tasks, providing a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Ideal for individuals passionate about physical therapy, this position offers flexibility and the chance to learn from experienced therapists. Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing patient lives through innovative treatment methods. If you’re looking for a long-term position with growth potential in the physical therapy field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for helping people is a must.
• Strong multi-tasking and excellent communication skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient treatment and safety during therapeutic exercises.
• Perform administrative duties including scheduling and insurance processing.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Knowledge of Physiology

Knowledge of Anatomy

Education

Personal Training Certificate

Athletic Training Certificate

Interest in Physical Therapy or Exercise Science

Job description

About the Job:

Physical Therapy Technician

Best Life Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine is the leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and sports medicine in the Hampton Roads Area with three locations. We have a dynamic team of experts who not only deliver cutting-edge treatment but also do it with compassion and a desire to improve the life of each individual patient.

We are looking for an energetic self-starter for a dual role as a physical therapy technician with administrative responsibilities. We have two locations in Virginia Beach and a new location at the Iron Asylum gym located in Norfolk. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in getting experience in outpatient orthopedics to work in a small, physical therapist-owned outpatient ortho/sports medicine clinic. This is an ideal fit for someone who has an interest in the physical therapy field who is looking for a long term position (at least a year) and has flexibility with their schedules. The willingness to cover at the other locations gives more opportunity to receive more hours and learn techniques from different therapists.

Come join our team!

Job Responsibilities:

1. Helping in patient treatment, care, and safety of patients as they complete therapeutic exercises
2. Assist clinicians in the treatment of patients of varying ages, levels of function, etc.
3. Prepare and clean equipment for patient treatments
4. Perform general housekeeping duties
5. Administrative duties would include checking patients in and out, answering phone calls, scheduling, taking payments, assisting with insurance processing.

Requirements:

1. Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for helping people is a must
2. Experience with medical administration/insurance filing is not required, but would be fantastic also.
3. An interest in physical therapy or exercise science is helpful, but not required.
4. Personal training or athletic training certificate with prior experience working out in a gym setting is helpful, but not required.
5. Superficial knowledge of physiology, anatomy, patient care, and neurology is helpful.
6. Strong multi-tasking and excellent communication skills are preferred.
7. Previous experience (paid or volunteer) in a physical therapy setting is a plus.

Hours:

1. Monday 3-7pm
2. Tuesday 1-7pm
3. Wednesday 1-7pm or 7am-7pm
4. Thursday 7-11am
5. Friday OFF

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF THOSE HOURS DO NOT WORK FOR YOU.