Physical Therapy Tech

Physical Therapy Technician

Semmes Murphey Clinic's mission is to deliver the best care for people suffering from neurological illness while advancing the field of neuroscience.

Our physical therapy department is looking to hire a technician to assist our physical therapists in providing patient care and cleaning and maintaining treatment areas and equipment. This is an ideal, full time, onsite opportunity for students looking to pursue physical therapy school.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs clerical and reception duties as needed to ensure adequate coverage of the reception desk at all times
• Prepares, maintains and cleans the treatment area to ensure appropriate patient care
• Cleans and maintains equipment with safety check list to ensure patient safety
• Transports patient to and from treatment area
• Assists patients in dressing and undressing, and putting on and removing supportive devices such as braces, splints and slings before and after treatments
• Under the supervision and direction of a licensed physical therapist, assists in patient related activities for those of which the technician has been trained
• Motivates and assists patients in safe and correct performance of activities or exercises related to the development of strength, flexibility and endurance
• Observes and reports the patients' conditions, reactions, and responses to the physical therapist
• Performs other related duties as requested by the Physical Therapy Director and Physical Therapists

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• General knowledge of the healthcare industry and Physical Therapy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel Outlook), internet software and electronic medical records (EMR)
• Effective communication, both oral and written
• Ability to comprehend and interpret verbal orders and direction
• Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers
• Establishes effective working relationships among team members
• Ability to provide excellent customer service during difficult or emotional situations
• Ability to manage workflow and prioritize demands
• High level of confidentiality and discretion

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled