Physical Therapy Tech bei Southlake Orthopaedics

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Therapy Technician Supports physical and occupational therapy care delivery by preparing treatment areas, equipment, materials, and supplies; performing procedures, under the supervision of licensed therapist(s).

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares treatment area(s) for patients.

• Helps treat patients by applying heat packs; paraffin dips; assisting patients into whirlpool; helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; measuring mobility; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.

• Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patient on equipment.

• 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.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

You must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test for employment at Southlake Orthopaedics. Any job offer will be contingent on the results of such background check and drug test.