Physical Therapy Aide - Perryville, MO

Athletico Physical Therapy; Perryville (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-annual pay increase opportunity

Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking

Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay

SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan

HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts

KinderCare Discount

Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Bereavement Time Off & Resources

Job summary

Athletico Physical Therapy is seeking a part-time Rehabilitation Aide to support physical therapists and the clinic team. You will help maintain clean treatment areas, restock supplies, and ensure equipment is ready for therapy sessions while delivering excellent patient service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to multitask in a busy clinical environment with a focus on compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous Clinical Aide experience preferred
• High school graduate and or intern preferred
• Demonstrate interest in the rehabilitation field
• Energetic and a team player
• Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients
• Complete tasks thoroughly
• Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sterilizes treatment areas and equipment used in therapy treatments as necessary between uses.
• Maintains linens, keeps supplies stocked and organized.
• Engages patients with friendly conversations and provides excellent customer service.
• Refers all medical questions to treating clinicians.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Requires standing on your feet most of the day.

Skills

Clear communication

Multitask

Work independently

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Clinical Aide experience

Interest in rehabilitation field

Job description

Position Overview

About Us

At Athletico, we believe in the power of support - because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn't just about recovery; it's about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.

Position Summary

the Rehabilitation Aide will provide support to physical therapists and facility clinical team which includes keeping treatment areas clean, maintaining equipment, maintaining supplies, and providing support to the clinic and excellent customer service.

Benefits offered with this part-time position

• Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
• Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
• Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
• SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
• HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
• KinderCare Discount
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Bereavement Time Off & Resources (part-time and full-time employees)
• Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans and sterilizes treatment areas and equipment used in therapy treatments as necessary between uses.
• Ensures linen is cleaned, folded and replaced when laundry receptacles become full and/or stock becomes low.
• Stocks treatment tables and modality carts with appropriate linen and supplies.
• Maintains weights and other equipment and ensures all equipment is returned to proper stations after use.
• Keeps gym area, waiting room and restrooms organized and clear of clutter. Mopping, sweeping and vacuuming may be required to support housekeeping staff.
• Fills out and accurately updates equipment maintenance sheet. Regularly monitors temperatures of the paraffin and hydroculator baths for safety.
• Daily inspection of equipment such as ultrasound units, EMS units, paraffin baths, whirlpool tubs, hydroculator units, freezers used for cold packs, fluidotherapy units to ensure they are in good working order.
• Periodically checks supply cabinets to ensure adequate supplies are readily available for the clinicians.
• Engages patients in friendly conversations and provides excellent customer service.
• Refers all medical questions to treating

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as required
• Requires standing on your feet most of day.
• Be able to multi task and work with more than one clinician at a time.
• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as required
• Requires standing on your feet most of day.
• Be able to multi task and work with more than one clinician at a time.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Previous Clinical Aide experience preferred
• High school graduate and or intern preferred
• Demonstrate interest in the rehabilitation field
• Energetic and a team player
• Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients
• Complete tasks thoroughly
• Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred

Essential Qualifications

• Ability to consistently communicate a clear understanding of patient/client expectations and adapt as appropriate to exceed their needs
• Ability to focus attention on determining what can be done to make progress
• Ability to develop personally and professionally
• Ability to collaborate to achieve a common goal
• Demonstrated event planning expertise
• Ability to work independently
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects

Language Skills

• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently

Physical Demands

• Specific vision requirements including the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
• Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
• Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)

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