PT Tech / Aide (FullTime)

PT Tech Job Description:

Supports physical therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient, equipment and materials; performing procedures, under the supervision of a physical therapist.

PT Tech Job Duties:

• Prepare for upcoming therapy sessions by establishing the treatment areas based on the patient’s requirements
• Clean therapy areas and set up any necessary equipment.
• Helps treat patients by applying heat packs; paraffin dips; helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; measuring mobility; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
• 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.
• Observe the patient’s development during therapy sessions and note how they respond.
• Ensure patients are secure on therapy equipment
• Serves and protects the clinic by adhering to professional standards, clinic policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Texas standards.
• Enhances physical therapy department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Adhere to all HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality and record keepin

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in a healthcare environment will be advantageous.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

N/A

SKILLS:

Must have the following skills and/or abilities:

• Ability to perform task that require physical strength
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Ability to coordinate PT exercise programs and modalities safely and according to industry-accepted standards
• Self-motivated and self-directed; able to work without supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service skills and comfortable with patients

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical therapy office atmosphere located inside a building with no hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.