Physical Therapy Aide & Exercise Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k)

Fitness & Wellness program

Paid holidays and paid time off

Community volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Peak Physical Therapy, a Highbar Practice, is seeking an Exercise Specialist/Physical Therapy Aide to aid licensed clinicians in outpatient care. This non-licensed caregiver role supports exercise instruction, patient safety, and room setup under PT/PTA direction.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment spaces, assisting with interventions, scheduling tasks, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. Starting pay is $18/hour with room for experience-based advancement, plus a solid benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field strongly preferred.
• Standing or walking for extended periods.
• Assist with patient exercise instruction and demonstration.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical staff with patient intervention following plan of care as directed by the PT or PTA.
• Support treatment modalities including exercise instruction and education on posture, ergonomics, and body mechanics.
• Help with scheduling/rescheduling, phones, intake, and communication with patients per therapist direction.
• Maintain clean treatment rooms and gym area to meet standards and safety.

Skills

Exercise instruction

Safety monitoring

Equipment handling

Patient assistance

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

Peak Physical Therapy, a Highbar Practice, is seeking an Exercise Specialist/Physical Therapy Aide to aid licensed clinicians in outpatient care. This non-licensed caregiver role supports exercise instruction, patient safety, and room setup under PT/PTA direction.

Responsibilities include preparing treatment spaces, assisting with interventions, scheduling tasks, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. Starting pay is $18/hour with room for experience-based advancement, plus a solid benefits