Physical Therapy Aide (Full Time/St. James)

Clinic Support Associate (Full Time/St. James) Join to apply for the Clinic Support Associate (Full Time/St. James) role at Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy Continue with Google Continue with Google Clinic Support Associate (Full Time/St. James) 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Clinic Support Associate (Full Time/St. James) role at Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy Description Job Type Full-time Description Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a leading provider of Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy — as well as Massage and Acupuncture. We pride ourselves on creating strong, lasting relationships with our patients, providers, and communities, and we’re deeply committed to investing in our team and workplace culture. We are currently hiring a Clinic Support Associate for immediate, long-term employment. Our expectations of a clinic support associate is to do any clinic support duties such as Front Desk and Aiding. You'll help manage front desk operations and assist clinicians with patient care — ensuring a smooth, welcoming experience for every patient. If you're looking for a hands-on role in a fast-growing field where you can make a real impact, this is a great opportunity to learn and grow with an expert team. Days & Hours: Monday/Tuesday 8am-7pm, Wednesday 8am-630pm, Thursday 8am-2pm, Friday 9am-530pm Essential Responsibilities Greets and welcomes patients and visitors with an upbeat attitude and warm, inviting smile—whether in person or over the phone—while answering or directing inquiries and efficiently checking in patients. Delivers a high level of customer service by ensuring patient satisfaction, optimizing provider time, and maximizing treatment room utilization through accurate appointment scheduling in person or via phone. Manages scheduling operations with a focus on growth, including maximizing provider availability and treatment room usage. Maintains on-time patient flow by promptly notifying clinicians of patient arrivals, monitoring service delivery against the schedule, and alerting providers of any delays. Receives and processes incoming faxes promptly, ensuring timely communication and documentation. Performs accurate data entry into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, including patient information, treatment plans, and updates. Generates reports, logs, and lists, including financial reconciliations and patient retention tracking, with a high level of accuracy. Ensures co-pays are tallied, reconciled, and manages credit extended to patients. Sets up new and returning patient cases in Theraoffice, including obtaining and verifying demographic and insurance information. Contacts treating physicians to obtain updated prescriptions for Occupational and Physical Therapy treatments and obtains Plans of Care, updating the system accordingly. Assists patients during therapy by applying heat packs, paraffin dips, helping into pools and onto equipment, monitoring exercise, and guiding through prescribed routines. Educates patients on proper equipment use and exercise techniques to ensure safety and effectiveness. Prepares patients for therapy treatments by providing comfort, assistance, and reassurance. Provides information to patients by answering questions, addressing concerns, and alleviating fears with empathy and professionalism. Maintains patient confidentiality and protects sensitive information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines and clinic policies. Maintains a safe, clean, and organized environment by complying with all procedures, rules, and regulations. Performs light cleaning duties including laundry, treatment table turnover (cleaning and sanitizing), and garbage disposal to ensure a hygienic treatment area. Prepares treatment rooms by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies, positioning equipment for therapist access, assisting patients on equipment, and following prescribed protocols before patient arrival. Answers calls from physicians, hospitals, and patients, demonstrating exemplary customer service skills. Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by monitoring stock levels, anticipating needs, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt of supplies. Performs other duties and assignments as required to support clinic operations and patient careunctions: Welcomes patients and visitors with an upbeat attitude and a warm and inviting smile - in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries. Demonstrate a high level of customer service at all times. Patient’s satisfaction, provider time, and treatment room utilization by scheduling appointments in person or by telephone. Generate a compilation of reports, logs and lists including but not limited to authorization and verifications with a high level of accuracy. Ensure co-pays are tallied and reconciled and control credit extended to patients. Call treating physicians to obtain updated prescriptions for treatment by Occupational and Physical Therapists. Obtains Plan of Cares from treating physician and update system. Set up a new /returning patient case in Theraoffice which includes obtaining new demographic information and all existing insurance information. Keeps patient appointments on schedule by notifying Clinicians of patient’s arrival; reviewing service delivery compared to schedule; reminding provider of service delays. Ensures availability of treatment information by filing and retrieving patient records. Maintains business office inventory and equipment by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies; scheduling equipment service and repairs. Maintains a working knowledge of Metro, rules and policies, and works to ensure the compliance with the stated parameters. Perform other duties and assignments as required. Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations. Perform other duties and assignments as required. Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under the supervision of a Doctor of Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy Helps treat patients by preparing heat and ice packs; paraffin dips; assisting patients to the pool; guiding patients to exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking patient physical exertion levels; guiding patients through prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques. Ensures operation of treatment equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instruction; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines. Prepares patients for therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing, and/or assisting patients into therapy sessions. Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests; allaying fears. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to the treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patients on equipment. Prepares treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols. Answers calls from physician offices, hospitals, and patients using exemplary customer service skills. Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. Provide front desk coverage as needed; this includes answering calls from physician offices, hospitals and patients, and assisting with scheduling. Performs other duties and assignments as required. What We Offer! Vacation & Paid Time Off Benefits 401(k) Retirement Savings Health Insurance/Dental/Vision Flexible Spending Free Life Insurance NY 529 College Savings Program Identity Theft Insurance Requirements High school diploma or GED is required. One (1) year of medical office experience preferred, with familiarity in EMR systems a plus. One year of experience in a customer service-oriented role is strongly preferred. Proficiency in Google Suite is required. Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with customers, co-workers, and management, while calmly and effectively resolving client concerns Ability to work effectively within a team environment. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly adapt to new programs. Ability to successfully complete in-service training. Ability to observe, evaluate, and record patients' conditions, reactions, and changes in physical condition. Ability to maintain a professional attitude and conduct in the welfare of patients. Strong record-keeping and report-writing skills. Ability to use logic and problem-solving skills to resolve issues Ability to work independently under tight deadlines in a rapidly changing environment Excellent time management and organizational skills We’re looking for career-minded individuals interested in long term-opportunities, not seasonal or temporary roles Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the staff member is frequently required to walk, stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The staff member can regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The above statements are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, completing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the company’s services (may include: visitors, patients, staff members, or others).One (1) year of Physical Therapy/Medical office experience Salary Description $16.50-$19/ hour Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Other Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Support Associate” roles. 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