Physical Therapy Aide

Highbar Physical Therapy; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

Peak Physical Therapy, a Highbar Practice, is hiring an Exercise Specialist/Physical Therapy Aide to support therapists and patient care in our Milton clinic. This non-licensed caregiver works under the direction of a PT/PTA to aid in therapy sessions and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include maintaining treatment areas, assisting with patient exercise instructions, scheduling, and ensuring safety and cleanliness to support efficient clinical operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field strongly preferred.
• Standing or walking for extended periods; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain condition and cleanliness of treatment rooms and gym area.
• Assist clinicians with patient interventions under PT/PTA direction.
• Assist administrative staff with scheduling, phones, intake, and communication with patients.
• Keep environment safe and clean; manage supplies and equipment.

Skills

Assist with patient exercise

Maintain clean clinical environment

Administrative support (scheduling, ph

Education

High School Diploma (required)

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field (strongly preferred)

Tools

Clinical software

Job description

We’re Hiring – Join Peak Physical Therapy, a Highbar Practice!

Help us revolutionize the Physical Therapy industry! Peak Physical Therapy & Sports Performance is proudly affiliated with Highbar Physical Therapy, and we’re excited to continue growing our team together. As a leading outpatient physical therapy practice with locations across New England, we are committed to delivering life-changing outcomes for our patients.

The Exercise Specialist/Physical Therapy Aide is a non-licensed caregiver who works under the direction of a Physical Therapist and/or Assistant to aid in the provision of patient care.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure the condition and cleanliness of treatment rooms and gym area meets standards
• Assist clinical staff with patient intervention following plan of care as directed by the PT or PTA. Level of assistance will depend on payer and state guidelines. Treatment may include: exercise instruction, manual therapy techniques, aquatic therapy, modalities, and education on posture, ergonomics, ADL’s and body mechanics
• Assist administrative staff as directed by clinic director; tasks to include scheduling/rescheduling patients, answering phones, assisting patients with intake, running weekly reports from clinical software and calling patients to maintain communication at the therapist’s direction.
• Maintain clean environment for the safety of patients and efficiency of clinicians; housekeeping tasks include but not limited to consistently cleaning tables and private treatment areas, maintaining supply of towels and pillowcases in appropriate area, clean exercise equipment, washing/folding laundry where applicable, communicating with clinic director when supplies are low

Qualifications/Physical Expectations

• High School Diploma (required)
• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field stronglypreferred
• Standing or walking for extended periods
• Assisting with patient exercise instruction and demonstration
• Monitoring patient movement to ensure safety, including fall prevention
• Light lifting or movement of equipment and supplies up to 50lbs
• Occasional bending, reaching, or crouching as needed to support patient care or maintain a safe and clean clinical environment

Compensation Package

• Starting at $18/hour, with compensation adjusted based on experience, skills, and role alignment
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision, voluntary disability and life insurance options
• 401(k)
• Fitness & Wellness program
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Community volunteer opportunities
• Valuable patient facing experience and opportunities for continued learning and professional development for those interested in growing their clinical/administrative knowledge

Take the next step in your career with Peak Physical Therapy & Sports Performance – Apply today!

More About Us

We develop leading-edge physical therapists who practice at the top of their license, acting as primary care providers for musculoskeletal disorders, and challenging themselves and their patients to reach new goals.

Peak Physical Therapy & Sports Performance is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.