Physical Therapy Tech
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$47 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Part-time |
| Location | Braselton, GA 30517 Braselton, Georgia open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
Summary
Assist physical therapy patients and prepare patients for physical therapy treatments by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist patients to dress, undress, and put on and remove supportive devices such as braces, splints, and slings, before and after treatments.
- Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.
- Safeguard, motivate, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction of professional staff.
- Assist Therapy Provider with routine treatments such as hydrotherapy, hot and cold packs, and paraffin bath.
- Transport patients to and from treatment area.
- Clean work area and equipment after treatment.
- Record treatment given and equipment used.
- Inventory and requisition supplies and equipment.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- American Heart Association's Certification - BLS Certified
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This position requires regular standing, reaching, handling, talking, and hearing, as well as frequent walking and sitting. Employees may occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The role also requires the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The work environment is typically moderate in noise level. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
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