Physical Therapy Technician / Rehab Aid

BrightSpring Health Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services is seeking a Physical Therapy Technician / Rehab Aid in Phoenix, AZ. This PRN role supports therapists in delivering customized treatment activities and records patient progress during sessions.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma and an interest in physical, occupational, or speech therapy, with strong communication skills and reliable transportation. Training and supervision are provided as part of the Rehab Without Walls program.

Qualifications

• Six months of prior work or volunteer experience providing instruction, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Strong interest in physical, occupational and/or speech therapy.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment activities as directed by therapists or assistants.
• Help record patient progress for therapists as requested.
• Maintain professional communication with patients and the team.
• Report safety concerns to management immediately.
• Keep treatment areas organized and clean.
• Accompany patients on community outings and transport them in the company van as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Physical Therapy Technician / Rehab Aid

Job Locations: US-AZ-PHOENIX

Line of Business: Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation

Position Type: PRN

Pay Min: USD $15.15/Hr.

Pay Max: USD $15.15/Hr.

Overview

Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations.

Responsibilities

• Assists in implementing treatment activities assigned and supported by the Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapists and/or Assistants
• Helps record patient progress for the therapists as requested
• Works well with patients and team, maintaining professional communication and boundaries
• Reports any safety concerns, or issues to management immediately
• Keeps treatment areas organized and clean.
• Accompanies patients on community outings, as needed
• Drives the van transporting patients on community outings, as needed
• Maintains the highest standards of professional conduct in relation to information that is confidential in nature. Shares information only when recipient's right to access is clearly established and sharing of such information is in the best interest of the patient
• Adheres to and participates in Company's mandatory Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act privacy program/practices and Business Ethics and Compliance programs/practices
• Maintains a professional appearance, is reliable and punctual, cooperative and conducts self in accordance with accepted standards of professional practice during assigned duties
• Attends/participates in internal staff development programs as required by facility
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma
• A minimum of six months prior work/volunteer experience providing an individual instruction, preferably in a health care environment preferred
• Strong interest in physical, occupational and/or speech therapy preferred
• Demonstrates effective and professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and part of a team
• Maintains a valid driver's license and current auto liability insurance coverage and has a minimum of two years' experience driving a motor vehicle
• Motor vehicle driver record background check results are within acceptable company standards at time of hire and annually thereafter

About our Line of Business

Rehab Without Walls, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a revolutionary neurorehabilitation program that moves individuals outside the walls of institutional settings and into their natural home and community environment through a continuum of care. It is designed to significantly help people who have primarily experienced a brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke/CVA through accident or illness regain functional capabilities. By providing care in the home, community, workplace, or school, Rehab Without Walls promotes greater health through the recovery process, all with industry-leading outcomes that dramatically improve functional skills and independence for patients. For more information, please visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $15.15 / Hour