Physical Therapist Technician - Full Time

Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan and profit sharing

Career advancement opportunities

401(k) plan

Casual Fridays

Company events

Career advancement

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United States is seeking a dedicated individual for patient care under the direction of licensed physical therapists. The role involves assisting patients with their exercise programs, maintaining treatment areas, and performing clerical tasks. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, with outpatient experience preferred but not mandatory. This position offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, promoting a positive work environment and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Outpatient experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience assisting in a physical therapy setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with their exercise programs under supervision.
• Guide and direct patients around the treatment gym.
• Clean and prepare treatment areas and equipment.
• Record patients' progress during exercises.
• Perform clerical tasks like answering phones and scheduling.
• Order and stock supplies.
• Order and stock supplies.

Skills

Assisting patients with exercise programs

Clerical tasks

Inventory management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

At the Orthopedic Institute of PA, our mission since 1971 has been to create an amazingly positive, memorable experience for every patient, family, and team member. We treat each other with crazy courtesy and exceptional empathy and work together to perfect processes to achieve our mission. You'll join a culture of excellence and teamwork, with a strong focus on investing in our team and local communities. OIP offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for patient care under the direction and plan of a Physical Therapist. Supervises and aids in direct patient care and other activities as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Helps assist patients with their exercise programs according to an established treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Helps guide and direct patients from equipment to equipment and around the treatment gym.
• Cleaning and preparing the various treatment areas and equipment before and after each patient’s session.
• Changing and washing patients’ towels and pillowcases after using them.
• Helps record the patients' progress during their exercises for the treating therapist.
• Able to do various clerical tasks, such as answering phones and scheduling patients for various appointments.
• Helps to order and stock supplies.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED
• Outpatient experience preferred, not required.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance within 30 days
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan and profit sharing
• Cell-Phone Discounts ( AT&T & Verizon)
• Casual Day on Fridays!
• Company events for employees and their families
• Career advancement opportunities