Physical Therapy Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Join our wonderful team and gain experience in a Physical Therapy office! Many of our aides go on to medical programs for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Physician Assistants, Nursing, and other healthcare careers.

About Us:

Please note - we are specifically looking for candidates who can work a Part Time 20-29 hour week currently and in the future. Our office is open 7am and 7pm Monday-Thursday and 7am - 6pm on Fridays. We are not hiring for short term (ie: Summer Employment) due to the extensive training provided and the job expectations of our Physical Therapy Aides.

Lafayette Physical Therapy, Inc. been an established private practice in the community for over 51 years. We currently have two locations: Lafayette Physical Therapy, in Lafayette, CA and Bay Area Physical Therapy, in Pleasant Hill, CA. We provide rehabilitation and wellness including orthopedics, sports and geriatric rehabilitation to a diverse clientele. Our therapists are trained in a variety of disciplines including Australian manual therapy, McKenzie approach, Gary Gray, PNF, sports training, Pilates, and Myofascial Release Therapy. Our cutting edge clinic promotes clinical knowledge to help us achieve better and faster outcomes, be effective and efficient in our treatment. We offer in house diagnostics including Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSKUS), Nerve Conduction Studies, and Electromyography (EMG), performed by our Clinical Service Director.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience in the medical field, especially for individuals applying to Physical Therapy or other related degree programs. We are looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to join our skilled team. Position assists physical therapy practice in patient care, clinic duties, and to help the clinic run efficiently and effectively. Position works with multiple full/part time Physical Therapists and other Physical Therapy Aides. Aides gain skills in patient flow, therapeutic exercise, a variety of therapeutic modalities including Class IV Deep Tissue Laser Therapy, and more.

Responsibilities:

• Patient Care:
  • Assist in the flow of patients in and out of the clinic
  • Assist in modality setups including: heat/ice, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, light therapy, Class IV Deep Tissue Laser Therapy, and traction.
  • Under the supervision of the Therapist, assist with therapeutic exercises and instruction and inform Therapists of patient responses to treatments.
• Clinic/Office Duties:
  • Maintain appropriate levels of stock and supplies.
  • Maintain the clinic in a clean and orderly fashion including: Cleaning and prepping rooms and treatment tables, and equipment, minor other housekeeping tasks such as dusting, laundry, etc, stocking forms for clinic use, Filing.
  • Adherence to HIPAA Privacy Regulations (Training Provided to new staff)
  • Attend staff meetings and in-services regularly.
• Performance Measurements:
  • Adaptability in performing various tasks and remaining flexible
  • Speed, accuracy, and volume of work accomplished
  • Willingness to remain flexible and take direction
  • Performance of required duties
  • Communication with patients, staff, and management

Requirements:

• Good customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills
• Ability to take direction and follow-through with tasks
• Ability to be self directed when necessary while strictly adhering to task priority and relevance.
• Ability to judge good body mechanics is necessary
• Must have taken a minimum of one anatomy, physiology, or kinesiology class in high school or college. Must have good understanding of posture and muscle groups.
• High School Diploma/GED required. Current or planned enrollment to pursue a degree in a related clinical field is a plus. Bachelors Degree in related field a plus.

Bonus Points:

• Previous experience in a related clinical setting beneficial, but not necessary.
• Experience with exercise instruction is beneficial but not necessary.
• Experience with modality setups listed above is beneficial but not necessary.
• Personal Training Certification, Pilates Certification or other fitness certification a big plus but not necessary

Schedule:

• Minimum 20 hours available for work required. We are looking for someone who can work 20-29 hours and specifically with fairly open availability between 7am and 7pm Monday-Thursday and 7am - 6pm on Fridays.

• Our Physical Therapy aides typically work an "Alternative Work Week" of 10 hour shifts and/or 5 hour shifts.

• Saturday shift may be available

Perks:

• 3 weeks PTO accrual per year for years 1-3
• 4 weeks PTO accrual per year upon completion of third year
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Medical Benefits
• Dental and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with safe harbor employer contribution (All staff eligible after one year)
• Direct Deposit
• Employee Discounts on Massage Services, Wellness Services, Private Pay Physical Therapy, Diagnostic services, Laser Therapy, Wellness Training, and retail products.
• Direct Deposit

Please complete all sections of the application and only skip them if they do not apply. Please fill in the "Work Experience section. "Refer to Resume" will not be accepted and is necessary for the work verification portion of the Background Screen. By completing this application, you understand and accept that you are applying for a position as an "At Will" employee. "At Will" employment means that either you or the Company can terminate your employment with or without cause and with or without notice.

The Lafayette Physical Therapy, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran’s status, the presence of a mental, physical or sensory disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Employment shall be based solely on the needs of the companies and the qualifications of the individuals making application.

Please complete all sections of the application and only skip them if they do not apply. Please fill in the "Work Experience section. "Refer to Resume" will not be accepted and is necessary for the work verification portion of the Background Screen. By completing this application, you understand and accept that you are applying for a position as an "At Will" employee. "At Will" employment means that either you or the Company can terminate your employment with or without cause and with or without notice.

The Lafayette Physical Therapy, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran’s status, the presence of a mental, physical or sensory disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Employment shall be based solely on the needs of the companies and the qualifications of the individuals making application.