Physical Therapy Aide

Physical Therapy Aide

Join us at Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates!

We are a dynamic and creative team who are leading the way in healthcare innovation as we set the standard on optimum patient care. We offer competitive pay and excellent work-life balance with our 4-day work week (closed Fridays).

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates, P.C., (ARA), a dynamic and growing medical practice with seven offices in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, is seeking a full-time, highly skilled, energetic, and friendly outpatient physical therapist aides to join our Physical Therapy department. Our clinicians provide special expertise in the treatment of orthopedic conditions, rheumatic and neurological disorders, geriatrics, ergonomic conditions, and neuromuscular syndromes. The incumbent must have a professional demeanor, with a passion for and a strong interest in providing direct, hands-on care to patients.

ARA has been treating patients living with musculoskeletal and inflammatory disorders for over 40 years. With offices in Wheaton, Rockville, Chevy Chase, Olney, Frederick, Fairfax, and Washington DC, we pride ourselves on providing excellent medical care and friendly, convenient service.

As a valuable member of our team, you will be eligible for a generous compensation package that includes very competitive pay, paid leave, medical and dental and vision coverage, life and disability coverage, 401 (k), tuition assistance, and more!

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting: Clinic

Medical specialties:

• Orthopedics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
• Sports Medicine

Work Location: In person

General Summary of Duties:

• Performs office maintenance tasks including scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, outside physician signature tracking, Medicare usage tracking, mailing, data entry and other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation
• Prepares patients and equipment for treatment as directed by the physical therapists/physical therapist assistants and in accordance with department standards and the State of Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or the DC Board of Physical Therapy
• Instructs patients in proper exercise technique, under the supervision of a physical therapist

Supervision Received:

Reports directly to the Director/Assistant Director of Rehabilitation or to another PT if the Director/Assistant Director of Rehabilitation is not present

Supervision Exercised: None

Typical Physical Demands:

• Requires full range of motion including handling and assisting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination
• Requires normal visual acuity and hearing
• Requires prolonged sitting and standing for periods of time as well as bending and stooping
• Frequent walking, standing, bending and pulling
• Requires basic organizational, clerical, computer skills and basic interpersonal skills to communicate with patients, families and staff
• Requires ability to push/pull, lift, or move equipment and physically assist patients with direction and guidance from the therapy clinician

Typical Working Conditions:

Exposure to diseases and other conditions common in a clinic environment