Physical Therapy Tech I

ECU Health; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Health Medical Center is seeking a Rehabilitation Aide to support physical therapy teams with patient care, chart and equipment transport, and basic treatment procedures under supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and a positive patient experience within an interdisciplinary setting.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate adaptability, patient-centered care, and a willingness to participate in ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and co-workers from varied backgrounds.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care.
• High School degree or equivalent required.
• 3 or fewer years of service with the system (exempt for General Rehab SCI and Medical Group).
• No experience required for General Rehab SCI and Medical Group.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care by performing simple treatment procedures under supervision of a Physical Therapist or PTA.
• Transport patients, charts, and equipment between treatment areas as directed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary activities when appropriate.
• Contribute to team dynamics and rehab support duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient interaction

Teamwork and interdisciplinary care

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Directly responsible to therapists, and assistants they are assigned to work with. Actively seeks to improve knowledge and skills of self and others. Will also be involved in team dynamics and participate in interdisciplinary activities when appropriate. Assists with patient care by performing simple treatment procedures under the direction and direct supervision of a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. Transports patients, charts and equipment to and from treatment areas as instructed by the therapist. Other rehab support duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively and interact pleasantly with patients and co-workers of varied backgrounds.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service appropriate to the age of the patient.
• High School degree, equivalent or higher.
• 3 or less years of service with the system is required (exempt for General Rehab SCI and Medical Group).
• General Rehab SCI and Medical Group no experience is required.

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About ECU Health Medical Center

ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and serves as the primary teaching hospital for The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health Medical Center has achieved Magnet® designation twice and provides acute and intermediate care, rehabilitation and outpatient health services to a 29-county region that is home to more than 1.4 million people.

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.