Physical Therapy Technician: Pathway to PT/OT/ATC

Areté Health PT; Supply (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Arete Health PT seeks a Clinical Therapy Technician (CTT) to support therapists in an outpatient setting, prep treatment areas, and assist with therapeutic programs. This role emphasizes hands-on learning for those pursuing exercise science, kinesiology, or related health sciences.

You will assist with modalities, document progress in EMR, manage supplies, and maintain safety and efficiency across daily sessions, with opportunities for growth toward PT/OT/ATC pathways.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Biology, or related field; OR completion of a certified technical program.
• Preferred certifications: NASM, ACSM, NSCA, ACE, CSCS, ATC, EMT-Basic.
• Coursework: Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics, Exercise Prescription, EMR documentation.
• Patient Care Excellence: Compassion, empathy, and strong communication.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in exercise demonstration and safe patient transfers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment areas and equipment, ensuring safety and readiness.
• Assist therapists in implementing therapeutic programs.
• Apply supervised therapeutic modalities (heat/cold packs, electrotherapy setup).
• Monitor patient safety, comfort, and adherence during sessions.
• Maintain, clean, and calibrate therapeutic equipment.
• Track supplies and coordinate vendor communication.
• Support scheduling workflows and productivity targets.
• Document patient progress and interactions in EMR systems.
• Assist with insurance and clerical workflows as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field

Certified technical program completion

Tools

EMR systems

Scheduling software

MS Office/Google Workspace

Job description

Arete Health PT seeks a Clinical Therapy Technician (CTT) to support therapists in an outpatient setting, prep treatment areas, and assist with therapeutic programs. This role emphasizes hands-on learning for those pursuing exercise science, kinesiology, or related health sciences.

You will assist with modalities, document progress in EMR, manage supplies, and maintain safety and efficiency across daily sessions, with opportunities for growth toward PT/OT/ATC pathways.