Physical Therapy Technician - Part Time

Northwestrehab; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Paulseth & Associates Physical Therapy, a member of Therapy Partners Group, seeks a part-time Physical Therapy Technician for our Los Angeles location. Schedule: 18-20 hours per week, Tue–Fri mornings preferred.

Starting hourly pay $18.42-$19.00, commensurate with experience. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms and assisting patients with therapy activities, maintaining supplies, recording notes under supervision, and ensuring a safe, confidential environment for patients and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology or related field preferred but not required.
• Prior experience in customer service.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment room and assist patients into therapy apparel.
• Assist PTs by applying ice/heat, guiding exercises, and monitoring progress.
• Maintain cleanliness and supply inventory.
• Record daily notes under supervision.
• Educate patients on equipment and exercises.
• Ensure safety and confidentiality.
• Handle equipment maintenance and sanitation.
• Report issues to Physical Therapists.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Active listening

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s in Kinesiology (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Starting Hourly: $18.42 - $19.00 per hour depending on Physical Therapy Technician/Aide experience

Paulseth & Associates Physical Therapy, a member of Therapy Partners Group, has been the premier provider for outpatient orthopedics serving Los Angeles, and surrounding communities for over 30 years.

We are known for providing the highest quality care for our patients and our team of highly skilled physical therapists who are honored and delighted to help patients reach their goals.

Currently, we are looking for a part time Physical Therapy Technician for our Los Angeles location. Schedule needed: 18-20 hours per week. Tuesday - Friday mornings preferred.

ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES

• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and/or assisting patient into physical therapy apparel (shorts, gowns, etc.)
• Does laundry, maintaining an ample supply of clean linens.
• Under direct supervision of and with co-signature by, records daily notes.
• Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests.
• Helps treat patients by applying ice or heat packs, helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques as requested by PT.
• Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering 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.
• Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies and communicating to person in charge or ordering
• Enhances physical therapy department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments, is a team player.
• Collects garbage at the end of each working day.
• Reports any issues needing resolution to Physical Therapists.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong Customer Service Skills
• Ability to maintain confidential documents
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to communicate complex information in a well thought-out easily understood manner, both orally and in writing in a variety of settings and styles;
• Ability to communicate in an honest, direct and professional manner, relating well to others to build rapport and effective relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate active listening by asking clarifying questions, identify and share relevant information and solicit feedback from others and give and receives feedback objectively.
• Ability to identify and problem solve
• Strong team player

Education and Experience

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology or related field, preferred but not required.

Experience:

Prior experience in customer service

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, mouse, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and present reports.