Therapy Exercise & Patient Care Specialist

HealthQuest Physical Therapy; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Mentorship and career development

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

HSA and FSA plans

Job summary

HealthQuest Physical Therapy is seeking an Exercise Specialist to implement and supervise prescribed therapeutic programs while coordinating patient care to ensure smooth sessions and clear communication between front office and clinical staff. The role involves delivering personalized exercise plans, teaching proper technique, and maintaining accurate progress records in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The position requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs, with opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required or in progress.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Communicate daily with clinicians about exercise program progress and tolerance.
• Deliver personalized exercise programs based on patients' conditions and rehabilitation goals.
• Demonstrate, instruct, and correct patients on proper exercise techniques and safety procedures.
• Monitor and supervise patients during exercise sessions with guidance and feedback.
• Maintain up-to-date records of patients' progress and modifications.
• Coordinate with supervising Physical Therapists on progress and adjustments.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and activities.
• Ensure a safe and clean exercise environment by maintaining equipment and following infection control protocols.
• Review the day’s schedule and prepare for patient treatment.
• Escort patients from waiting area to treatment area and gather necessary information.
• Assist in supervising treatment modalities and progress as needed.
• Review and correct facility cleanliness based on the day’s cleaning log and complete tasks.
• Inspect equipment and note any repairs needed.
• Prepare charts for the next day’s schedule as outlined in QA program.

Skills

Verbal communication

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Stress management

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

HealthQuest Physical Therapy is seeking an Exercise Specialist to implement and supervise prescribed therapeutic programs while coordinating patient care to ensure smooth sessions and clear communication between front office and clinical staff. The role involves delivering personalized exercise plans, teaching proper technique, and maintaining accurate progress records in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The position requires standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs, with opportunities