Physical Therapy Aide

Job description

***We're Hiring* - Join Peak Physical Therapy, a Highbar Practice!** Help us revolutionize the Physical Therapy industry! Peak Physical Therapy & Sports Performance is proudly affiliated with Highbar Physical Therapy, and we’re excited to continue growing our team together. As a leading outpatient physical therapy practice with locations across New England, we are committed to delivering life-changing outcomes for our patients. The Exercise Specialist/Physical Therapy Aide is a non-licensed caregiver who works under the direction of a Physical Therapist and/or Assistant to aid in the provision of patient care. ### What You'll Do: - Ensure the condition and cleanliness of treatment rooms and gym area meets standards - Assist clinical staff with patient intervention following plan of care as directed by the PT or PTA. Level of assistance will depend on payer and state guidelines. Treatment may include: exercise instruction, manual therapy techniques, aquatic therapy, modalities, and education on posture, ergonomics, ADL’s and body mechanics - Assist administrative staff as directed by clinic director; tasks to include scheduling/rescheduling patients, answering phones, assisting patients with intake, running weekly reports from clinical software and calling patients to maintain communication at the therapist’s direction. - Maintain clean environment for the safety of patients and efficiency of clinicians; housekeeping tasks include but not limited to consistently cleaning tables and private treatment areas, maintaining supply of towels and pillowcases in appropriate area, clean exercise equipment, washing/folding laundry where applicable, communicating with clinic director when supplies are low ### Qualifications/Physical Expectations: - High School Diploma (required) - Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or related field strongly preferred - Standing or walking for extended periods - Assisting with patient exercise instruction and demonstration - Monitoring patient movement to ensure safety, including fall prevention - Light lifting or movement of equipment and supplies up to 50lbs - Occasional bending, reaching, or crouching as needed to support patient care or maintain a safe and clean clinical environment ### Compensation Package: - Starting at $18/hour, with compensation adjusted based on experience, skills, and role alignment - We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: - Medical, Dental & Vision, voluntary disability and life insurance options - 401(k) - Fitness & Wellness program - Paid holidays and paid time off - Community volunteer opportunities - Valuable patient facing experience and opportunities for continued learning and professional development for those interested in growing their clinical/administrative knowledge