Physical Therapy Aide/Technician

Orthopedic Physical Therapy Institute

Physical Therapy Aide/Technician

Coeur d'Alene, ID
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Profit sharing

    Vision insurance

    Now hiring for a physical therapy aide. We have multiple locations in Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls and a new location in Hayden Idaho.

    Our Mission is to provide the highest quality comprehensive orthopedic physical and occupational therapy experience for patients in the Inland Northwest. We are looking for a full-time technician to join our team in providing outstanding care to our patients!

    Job Description

    The primary responsibility while working as an OT/PT Technician is to assist the treating therapist with patient flow. The tech will assist patients to the treatment area and provide patient care services under the direct supervision of an occupational therapist or a physical therapist. Must have excellent customer service and organizational skills, while also having the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

    Responsibilities and Duties

    Prepare equipment and treatment rooms

    Liaison between patients, therapists and schedulers

    Assist patients to walk, sit, and stand

    Observe patients performing prescribed therapy and immediately report concerns

    Apply ice packs or heat packs as instructed

    Counsel patients and their families

    Cleaning patient care areas and sanitizing equipment

    Laundry duties & stocking supplies

    Performing administrative tasks, including ordering supplies, answering phones, scheduling patients and taking payments)

    Qualifications and Skills

    High school diploma

    Knowledge of basic exercises or a background in the sports or medical field is preferred

    Efficient in the use of standard office equipment

    CNA or other medical experience preferred

    Essential Qualifications:

    Regular and predictable attendance.

    Majority of the shift is spent standing

    Frequent reaching, stooping and twisting when assisting with patients, answering the telephone, etc.

    Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

    Read a variety of printed and handwritten materials and take verbal instruction.

    Communicate with patients, therapists, physicians, families and co-workers in person and on the telephone.

    Work Environment:

    Orthopedic Physical Therapy Institutes operates in a professional office environment. Days and hours of work are conducted Monday thru Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

    This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

    Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine has multiple locations and travel may be required.