Physical Therapy Technician

Sports Medicine North Orthopaedic; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire Orthopedic Partners is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide to support clinicians, assist patients with exercises, and help maintain a clean, safe treatment area. You will observe patient responses and coordinate with the therapy team to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, teamwork, and strong communication as you assist with equipment, transport patients, and help implement prescribed exercises within a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of physical therapy experience preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies and other regulatory policies.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment.
• Observe patients during treatment and report progress to physical therapist.
• Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients with exercises under supervision.
• Confer with physical therapy staff to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning treatment.
• Transport patients to and from treatment areas and prepare treatment spaces.
• Maintains inventory and assists with supplies and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Confidentiality

Patient interaction

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. The Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

What you’ll do:

Clean and organize work area and disinfect equipment after treatment.

Prepare and maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Observe patients during treatment to compile and evaluate data on patients' responses and progress, and report to physical therapist.

Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities, under direction of medical staff.

Confer with physical therapy staff and others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment.

Transport patients to and from treatment areas, using wheelchairs or providing standing support.

Prepares treatment area for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.

Prepares patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and/or assisting patients into physical therapy apparel or apertures.

Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests.

Helps treat patients by applying heat packs; paraffin dips; assisting patients into whirlpool; helping patients onto therapy equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; measuring mobility; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.

Understands the Track Via and FOTO systems and can enter stats into Track Via and D/C patients from FOTO.

Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.

Sterilize and deliver equipment and supplies to treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patient on equipment.

Ensures operation of physical therapy equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instruction; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.

Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.

Perform related work as required.

Qualifications

Who you are:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

One year of physical therapy experience, medical office experience preferred.

Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and other regulatory policies

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working env

Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

Develop and maintain effective and professional working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public by displaying sympathy, tact and understanding.

Must be a team player with a positive attitude, adjust to various personalities, work with a diverse population, demonstrating patience and professionalism.

Represents the clinic in a professional manner.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality on all patient issues.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What we offer:

Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Dynamic environment

Access to a diverse network of practitioners

Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience

Competitive Compensation

Generous PTO

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).