Physical Therapy Technician- FULL TIME

The CORE Institute; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The CORE Institute in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide to assist the Physical Therapist with patient care and implementing the plan of treatment. You will help maintain clear communication with patients, families, and other departments, and support front desk staff as needed.

This role focuses on keeping the clinic safe and efficient, caring for equipment, stocking supplies, and helping with daily flow on the rehabilitation floor.

Qualifications

• Out-patient PT clinic experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; technical program a plus.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist with patient care and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with patients, family members, and other departments.
• Assist front office staff as needed.
• Respond to patient questions to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Care for equipment and maintain a safe, clean clinic environment.
• Assist with supply inventory and stocking.
• Assist the director with special projects.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Assist all patients on the rehabilitation floor.
• Assist with seamless and efficient clinic function and daily clinic flow.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Patient assistance

Education

High school diploma

Technical program graduate

Tools

PT equipment

OSHA standards

Clinic supply management

Job description

Assists the Physical Therapist with patient care and implementing the plan of treatment.

• Establishes and maintains effective communication with patients, family members, and other departments.
• Assists the front office staff as needed.
• Responds to patient questions and inquiries as required to maintain high patient satisfaction levels.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of equipment and keeping a safe and clean environment in the clinic.
• Assists with supply inventorying and stocking.
• Assists the director with special projects.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Assists all patients on the rehabilitation floor.
• Assist with seamless and efficient clinic function and daily clinic flow.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge preferred.
• Graduation from a technical program is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• One year of experience in an out-patient physical therapy clinic is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of how to use and maintain physical therapy equipment.
• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of OSHA and infection control regulations.

SKILLS

• Skill in using all equipment effectively.
• Skill complying with OSHA and infection control policies
• Skill in assisting the Physical Therapist with patients.

ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate clearly with providers, patients, and family members.
• Ability to use effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal clinic environment.
• Some travel within the community.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

• Requires sitting and standing associated with a physical therapy clinic environment.
• Combination of bending, lifting, and transferring activities.
• Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard.

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