Physical Therapy Technician

Benchmark Physical Therapy; Homewood (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Charity Day

Insurance package: Medical, Dental, V3

Job summary

BenchMark Physical Therapy in Homewood, AL is seeking a Physical Therapy Technician to support licensed therapists, prepare treatment areas, assist patients with exercises, and help with administrative tasks in a service-based culture.

This entry-level role requires a High School diploma, strong customer service and computer skills; technicians work under supervision and contribute to patient care while maintaining clinic cleanliness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational detail and ability to multitask.
• Proficient in the use of computers and learning new software programs.

Responsibilities

• Preparing equipment and treatment areas for patient use.
• Assisting and observing patients perform prescribed therapy exercises and documenting responses.
• Performing basic prescribed treatments such as applying ice packs and heat pads as instructed.
• Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and therapy areas, and laundering linens.
• Performing administrative tasks, including assisting with patient intake, answering calls and scheduling appointments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

BenchMark Physical Therapy, a brand partner of Upstream Rehabilitation, is looking for a Physical Therapy Technician to join our team in Homewood, AL!

Are you looking for a position in a service-based culture where you can make a significant impact on the lives of others?

What is a Technician in a Physical Therapy Clinic?

• The Technician is an unlicensed associate who works under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical or Occupational Therapist.


• The technician works in the clinic in accordance with state Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy Practice Acts and company policy and procedures.


• Technicians must have excellent organizational skills and attentive insight to contribute to exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing equipment and treatment areas for patient use.


• Assisting and/or observing patients perform prescribed therapy exercises and documenting patient responses to treatment.


• Performing basic prescribed treatments such as applying ice packs and heat pads as instructed.


• Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and therapy areas, as well as changing and laundering linens.


• Performing administrative tasks, including assisting with patient intake, answering phone calls and scheduling patient appointments.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Excellent customer service and communication skills.


• Organizational detail and ability to multitask.


• Proficient in the use of computers and learning new software programs.

Fulltime positions include:

• Annual paid Charity Day to give back to a cause meaningful to you


• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates.

Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.

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