Physical Therapy Technician

Wellward

Physical Therapy Technician

Lexington, KY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Wellward Regenerative Medicine is seeking the perfect candidate for our Physical Therapy Technician position!

    Wellward Medical is a Lexington, KY based Integrative Health Clinic which offers Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, Pain, Mental Health, Functional & Lifestyle Medicine. We focus on methods ranging from non-surgical orthopedics and sports medicine practices to medically supervised weight loss programs, with additional services extending into Anti-Aging and Sexual Health.

    Physical Therapy Technician Job Responsibilities:

    Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.

    Interviews patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height; documents in EMR, insurance forms and super bills.

    Cleans and sterilizes instruments and disposes of contaminated supplies.

    May be asked to assist or independently conduct group exercise classes.

    Must know basics of resistance exercise and be willing to learn more in depth concepts in the realm of strength and conditioning.

    Explains treatment procedures, medications, diets, Physicians' instructions and supplement recommendations to patients.

    Assists doctors including labs, imaging, bracing, taping, strapping, fitting, removing sutures, changing dressing on wounds and other related tasks.

    Contacts medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests, referral or admission.

    Performs laundry, cleaning, sterilization, organization, and other housekeeping duties.

    Communicates when supplies are low to ensure proper inventory.

    Answers inquiries and educates.

    Completes work ability reports, disability forms and attending physician statements.

    Continues education and personal growth

    Attends team meetings and health fairs to promote the company as needed.

    Prepare daily patient charts timely and accurately.

    Assists explanation to patients via provider treatment plans, assists gathering supplements and escorts patient to Front Desk.

    Triage calls effectively and with empathy.

    Presents a consistent willingness to learn new skills and positive demeanor with both patients and co-workers.

    Exceptional attendance, timeliness and professionalism.

    Positivity with both patients and co-workers, resilience in times of change.

    Presents a consistent willingness to learn new skills and positive demeanor with both patients and co-workers.

    Other duties/responsibilities as requested.*

    Physical Therapy Technician Qualifications / Skills:

    Time management

    Active listening and speaking skills

    Ability to prioritize and multi-task

    Documenting and recording information

    Strong conflict resolution / problem solving skills

    Strong organizational and planning skills

    Committed

    Self directed

    Motivated

    Dependable and consistent

    Ability to maintain confidential information

    Social perceptiveness

    Critical thinking and problem solving skills

    Writing skills

    Service orientation skills

    Ability to instruct and develop new learning strategies

    Ability to communicate with supervisors, peers and subordinates

    Ability to perform for or work directly with the public

    Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships

    Ability to evaluate information to determine compliance with standards

    Ability to monitor processes, materials and surroundings

    Job Type: Full-time - Monday through Friday 8:45am-5:15pm (occasional overtime)

    Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

    TEAM WELLWARD BENEFITS

    Medical Insurance

    401(k) w/company match - Safe Harbor

    Paid Holidays

    Paid Time Off

    Service/Merchandise Discounts

    Dynamic and Positive Work Culture

    Team Wellward Apparel & More!

    **Benefits subject to change/qualifications required to be eligible