Physical Therapy Aide Jobs

Rebound is the largest orthopedic and neurosurgical practice in the Portland-Vancouver area with an array of sub-specialties including orthopedics, brain and spine care, sports medicine, physiatry, physical therapy and hand therapy. We are proud to be the team physicians for the Portland Trail Blazers, the Portland Winterhawks and several collegiate teams and celebrate over 50 years of serving the community with a commitment to providing superior service to our patients.
Rebound is looking for a full-time Physical Therapy Aide to work in our physical therapy clinic at our busy Lake Oswego location. This is a great opportunity to find mentorship and grow professionally towards a career in Physical Therapy!
The Physical Therapy Aide assists various levels of personnel in their related clinical activities. This includes set-ups for patients, transportation, assisting in routine ambulation and therapeutic techniques. The Physical Therapy Aide also maintains inventory of department equipment, linen and supplies, assists with general clean-up, and performs receptionist/clerical duties as needed by the department. The ideal candidates will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team, interacting with providers and clinical staff, and must be able to multi-task, have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with patients.

• Monitor patient's reaction to therapy and reports significant changes or developments to therapist.
• Perform a variety of receptionist and general clerical duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Receipt processing for copays, deductibles, deposits and residual balance payments. Maintain cash drawer protocol at all times.
• Alert supervisor and or/administration if suspicious persons are on the premise. Contact security as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain a clean lobby environment.
• Change linen in patient treatment areas per department procedure.
• Keep informed of health care issues, changing department procedures and other department information by attending staff meetings and/or reading staff meeting minutes, e-mails and newsletters.
• Application and education of modalities such as ultrasound and ESTIM to patients, as prescribed by therapist.
• Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance of department equipment and supplies per department procedures.
• Administer routine patient treatment and care to patients of various ages under direct supervision of the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Assist in the distribution of outcome surveys to patients and accurate entering of information into patient's electronic health record.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and abide by all HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Support an environment that reinforces Rebound’s mission and Core Values of Superior Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, Quality: and Recognition.:
• Cover for front desk staff in instances of staff call-outs, staff meetings, etc.
• Promote use of the patient portal.
• Check in patients in a friendly and timely manner. Communicate potential delays.
• Function as purchasing coordinator by ordering of therapy supplies and equipment, maintain inventory of linens and communicate with QA department as needed.
• Be alert and helpful to ensure patients find the appropriate office, exit, etc. and offer directions when needed.
• Transport/escort patients to Physical Treatment treatment as needed, including wheelchair transfers from parking facilities to treatment area.
• Maintain provider schedules by scheduling of follow-up appointments and daily monitoring of waitlist and reschedule requests to fill cancellations or openings.
• Facilitate information collection as needed. Confirm insurance and demographic information.
• Assist in department maintenance by performing light housekeeping tasks.
• Project work as needed to fill downtime.

Requirements:

• BLS certified.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.
• Excellent customer service skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Completion of high school, GED or equivalent required. Completion of AA and/or at
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong interest in physical therapy/health professions as a career preferred. Physical Therapy experience highly desired.
• Ability to work effectively with patients and co-workers.

We are proud to offer::

• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Parking
• 401(K) Retirement Plan, including discretionary profit sharing
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Voluntary Life insurance/AD&D
• Dental (paid at 100% for employee)
• Paid Time Off accrued at up to 24 days in your first year based on FTE
• Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts
• Company paid Life Insurance/AD&D
• Medical/Vision/Rx (paid at 100% for employee)

This is a great opportunity to work in a quality organization with Top Doctors in the Northwest. At Rebound, our goal is to cultivate an organization that offers superior patient-centered medical care, with mutual respect and cooperation, in a positive and supportive environment. Come join our team!