About the Role
Gallien Therapy is looking for a dynamic individual to join their team as a physical therapy technician. We are a busy physical therapy clinic in Alamogordo, NM.
Therapy Technician will perform routine tasks in assisting the licensed physical therapists in maintenance of treatment areas, equipment, and supplies. The tech helps with patient preparation, exercise and treatment to ensure efficient flow of the schedule and reduces waiting to for patients.
This is a great opportunity for those with an interest in the fields of physical therapy, exercise science, and health sciences.Essential Duties and Responsibilities including the following:
· Positive, friendly, and professional interactions with patients.
· Attention to detail with all patient and clinic duties.
· Enjoys working with and helping people.
· Work to build a positive team.
· Handle stressful situations with a positive attitude.
· Prepares equipment and treatment areas for patients.
· Assist clinical staff with pre/post patient care with the application of different modalities, helping patients onto exercise equipment, describe and perform prescribed therapeutic exercises
· Efficient patient set up with modalities to ensure patient safety and comfort.
· Cleans treatment areas, keeps gym clean and items off the floor.
· Follow directions and use sound judgment in performing job related functions.
· Organize time and set priorities appropriately, demonstrating flexibility.
· Assume responsibility in carrying out assigned tasks
· Demonstrate respect, integrity and discretion in all job-related matters.
· An attitude of excellence in providing quality patient care.
· Performs related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Physical requirements:
· Must be able to lift 50 pounds
· Stand for extended period of time
· Ability to pass Fitness for Duty screen
Experience Requirements:
· Experience and interest in physical therapy or exercise science is required.
· Perfect candidate would have education or training in exercise science, anatomy, kinesiology, or physical therapy.
· Fitness instruction or athletic training experience would be of benefit.
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