Physical Therapy Aide (Per Diem)
Core
Assist physical therapists in patient treatment, equipment maintenance, and front desk operations within a multidisciplinary therapy clinic.
Role type
entry-level clinical support aide
Builds
patient therapy sessions and clinic operations
Domain
healthcare + physical therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient assistance, equipment operation, preventive maintenance, patient education, inventory management, front desk support, record keeping, basic anatomy knowledge
Preferred skills
knowledge of therapy equipment, patient behavior management, strengthening techniques, restraint use
Responsibilities
assist patients with exercises and equipment, prepare and maintain treatment rooms, manage therapy supplies inventory, provide front desk coverage and scheduling, educate patients on equipment use, ensure equipment functionality through maintenance checks
Seniority
entry-level, per diem support staff