Physical Therapy Technician

Socket.dev; Illinois; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

ApexNetwork Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapy Tech/Aide to assist therapists with daily exercise treatments and patient care. The role is PRN-in-person with an hourly wage of $15.00.

You’ll help with equipment setup, data entry, front desk support, and maintaining a clean, efficient clinic. A team-player attitude and excellent communication with patients and staff are essential to support patients’ recovery.

Qualifications

• A team player with a strong work ethic and a professional attitude.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, doctors, and staff.
• Compassionate care mindset to support patient recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists with daily exercise treatments per plan of care.
• Set up and assist patients on equipment and conditioning devices.
• Data entry and administrative support, including patient records and marketing materials.
• Maintain clinic cleanliness and organized therapy area, follow cleaning protocols.
• Answer phones, take referrals, pre-authorize visits, and assist with front desk tasks.
• Support other clinics or departments as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Patient care mindset

Attention to detail

Job description

Physical Therapy Technician

Join our team as a Physical Therapy Tech/Aide! Hourly Wage: $15.00

At ApexNetwork Physical Therapy, patients come first; it's what we all believe. It's the driving force behind our passion and what has helped us become one of Entrepreneurmagazine's top franchise picks.

Exercise Specialist/Physical Therapy Technician Tasks:

• Support Therapists: Assist in setting up and monitoring daily exercise treatments based on the therapist’s plan of care.
• Equipment Setup: Learn to set up and assist patients on a variety of equipment, including machine weights and aerobic conditioning devices, all as part of personalized treatment plans.
• Data Entry & Administrative Support: Maintain accurate patient records, marketing materials, and patient information.
• Clinic Cleanliness & Organization: Keep the therapy area tidy, follow cleaning protocols, and take the initiative to organize when patient assistance is not required.
• Customer Service: Answer phones, take referrals, pre-authorize visits, and provide additional support with front desk or billing duties as needed.
• Teamwork: Assist other clinics or departments as necessary, always staying flexible and willing to pitch in where needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ateam playerwith a strong work ethic and a positive, professional attitude.
• Someone who iswilling to go above and beyondto contribute to the success of the clinic.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, doctors, insurance reps, case managers, and more.
• A passion forhelping othersand improving the lives of patients through compassionate care.

Why ApexNetwork Physical Therapy?

• Supportive Environment: Work in a culture that values teamwork and individual contributions.
• Impactful Work: Every day, you’ll make a direct difference in our patients' recovery journey.
• Job Stability & Flexibility: We offer a stable work environment where you can contribute meaningfully to the team.

Job Type: PRN-in-person