Physical Therapy Technician

Spire Orthopedic Partners; Old Saybrook (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k)

Generous PTO

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Spire Orthopedic Partners in Old Saybrook, CT is seeking an entry-level Physical Therapy Aide to join our outpatient team. You will escort patients, observe treatments, and assist with exercises under the physical therapist's direction, while preparing treatment areas and maintaining cleanliness.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong multitasking and communication skills, and a customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in an outpatient physical therapy clinic or personal training environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to treatment areas.
• Observe patients during treatments and report to the physical therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Prepare treatment areas for patient care.
• Prepare modality treatments under supervision (electrical stimulation, hot/cold packs, iontophoresis, BFRT).
• Keep treatment areas and equipment clean and in working order; report problems promptly.
• Perform deep cleaning of equipment as needed.
• Assist with orientation and training of new physical therapy technicians.
• Perform supply inventory and unpack/check-in supply orders.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and organized supply closets.
• Adhere to HIPAA/OSHA regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: MOSA 2115 Old Saybrook - Old Saybrook, CT 06475

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School or Equivalent

Salary Range: $16.94 - $19.50 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

Hours: Monday through Friday; 7am to 5pm.

Location: Old Saybrook

Who we are:

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, 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:

• Assist in escorting patients to treatment areas.
• Observe patients during treatments and reports orally to the physical therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Prepare the treatment areas for patient care.
• Prepare modality treatments as supervised by the physical therapist including electrical stimulation, hot/cold packs, iontophoresis, BFRT and other modalities.
• Keep treatment areas (tables, equipment, and gym area) clean and disinfected.
• Keep machines clean and in working order and report any problems in a timely manner.
• Perform deep cleaning of equipment regularly and when necessary.
• File exercise flowsheets as necessary.
• Assist with orientation and training of new physical therapy technicians.
• Perform supply inventory and unpack/check-in supply orders.
• Keep supply closets in order and continually maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Adhere to HIPAA/OSHA regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and customer service skills.
• Able to follow directions from physical and/or occupational therapist.
• Experience in an outpatient physical therapy clinic or personal training environmentof at least 1 year is preferred.

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
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

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").