Physical Therapy Technician- Full- Time

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

Job summary

The CORE Institute | HOPCo is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support the Physical Therapist in patient care and to help maintain a smooth clinic flow. You will communicate with patients and families, assist front desk staff, and help keep equipment clean and properly stored.

This role requires helping ensure patient confidentiality and adherence to safety policies while contributing to a positive patient experience in a busy outpatient PT clinic.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Graduation from a technical program is preferred.
• One year of experience in an outpatient physical therapy clinic is preferred.
• Knowledge of physical therapy equipment and infection control regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly with providers, patients, and family members.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• 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 to maintain high patient satisfaction.
• Care and maintenance of equipment; keeps a safe, clean clinic environment.
• Assists with supply inventorying and stocking.
• Assists the director with special projects.
• Assists all patients on the rehabilitation floor.
• Supports seamless clinic function and daily clinic flow.

Skills

Clear communication

Patient assistance

Equipment use

Safety and infection control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical program preferred

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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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