Physical Therapy Technician

Classification
Non-Exempt

Reports to
Director of Therapy Services

Pay Range

$14.03-$18.98
Date
October 10, 2022

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

Works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and physical therapist assistant and assists the therapist in patient care and other clinic related activities.

Essential Functions

The following includes the essential duties and responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Technician. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prepares and assists clients to complete routine intake and personal forms.
• Gives and receives client information in person, by telephone, or mail to authorized persons.
• Makes self-available to departmental staff.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Cleans and sets up clinical treatment areas for patients.
• Cleans mat areas and equipment with proper disinfectant after each use.
• Assists therapist with patient care as directed within the scope of on the job training provided.
• Daily clean all treatment areas and equipment, laundry linen, empty trashcans and clean restroom as needed and straighten and organize clinic areas.
• Helps patients complete necessary admission paperwork, complete insurance verification and get authorization for treatment required as needed.
• Schedule/Reschedule and follow up with all cancellations for evaluations and treatments if requested. Consult clinical director or lead therapist regarding scheduling patterns.
• Perform inventory of the clinic supplies on weekly basis for supply ordering and assist Clinic Director with purchasing and putting away orders. Any preventive maintenance/ repairs and supply orders need to be informed to the clinical director or lead therapist on a daily basis.
• Assist in marketing and promotional efforts and events as needed
• Participates in in-services and other departmental meetings that are organized.
• Assists with smooth running of the clinic with accepting responsibilities assigned to them by the Therapy Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Ability to work and communicate with staff, patients, and clients
• Ability to motivate and instruct patients and clients towards their specific goals
• Ability to adapt to new procedures and techniques
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• High degree of enthusiasm and patience
• Ability to follow directions and work within a team environment

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

Employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee is also required to perform the following: standing, walking, using hands to finger handle or feel, bending, stooping, lifting up to 50# frequently and 70# occasionally, climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl. Requires ability to perform close vision, peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus and spend up to 4-5 hrs in front of a computer.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a fulltime position. Days and hours of work will vary between the hours of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Travel
While the Physical Therapy Technician will be working out of one clinic they may need to travel between clinics to help cover patient care at another facility.

Education and Experience

• High school graduation or GED or one year of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.