Physical Therapy Aide — Patient Care & Clinic Support

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking a clinic aide to work under close supervision of a physical therapist. You will direct ambulatory patients, assist with therapeutic exercises, document treatments, and operate treatment modalities in Bend, Oregon.

Additional duties include opening/closing the clinic, maintaining cleanliness, basic clerical tasks, and equipment upkeep. Base pay ranges from $17 to $22 per hour, with discretionary incentive compensation and standard benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma.
• Degree in Pre-Physical Therapy coursework or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Personable, energetic, and capable of working with a diverse patient population and in a team environment.
• Reliable and professional with the ability to place value on high quality patient care.
• Dress in clinic-appropriate attire to convey professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Direct ambulatory patients to-and-from treatment areas (including wheelchairs).
• Confer with PT staff for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment.
• Instruct patients performing therapeutic exercises under direction of therapists; record treatment and equipment used.
• Properly fit/position patients on exercise equipment.
• Observe patients during treatment, report responses and progress to PT.
• Safely administer modalities including electrical stimulation, Micro Current stimulation, ultrasound, cold laser, and ice/heat as directed.
• Assist hand therapist with splint making and hand therapy exercises.
• Perform opening/closing duties for the clinic, locking doors and securing the building.
• Maintain clinic cleanliness and cleaning schedules (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Maintain equipment and furniture; assemble/disassemble equipment as needed.
• Change linens, launder, restock rooms.
• Perform basic clerical duties (answering phones, taking messages, filing forms).

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pre-Physical Therapy coursework preferred

Job description

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking a clinic aide to work under close supervision of a physical therapist. You will direct ambulatory patients, assist with therapeutic exercises, document treatments, and operate treatment modalities in Bend, Oregon.

Additional duties include opening/closing the clinic, maintaining cleanliness, basic clerical tasks, and equipment upkeep. Base pay ranges from $17 to $22 per hour, with discretionary incentive compensation and standard benefits.