Physical Therapy Technician

JOB SUMMARY 

Performs any combination of following duties under direction of a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant. 

CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures.
• Attend all corporate and department-specific required training.
• Uphold MCC’s Purpose, Values, and Vision.
• Abide by MCC’s Corporate Culture Responsibilities. 
• Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum education requirement is high school diploma or GED.
• Must hold and maintain Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification, in accordance with American Heart Association training.

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.
• Operate Ultrasound, TENS, IF Stimulation, Neuromuscular Stimulation, and Lontophoresis as instructed and supervised by the PT or PTA.
• Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.
• Safeguard, motivate and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction of professional staff.  
• Provide routine treatments, such as hydrotherapy, hot and colds packs, and paraffin bath.
• Transport patients to and from treatment.
• Clean work area and equipment after treatment area.   
• May inventory and requisition supplies and equipment.
• May adjust fit of supportive devices for patients, as instructed.
• May be assigned to specific type of treatment or patient service and be designated Physical Therapy Aide, Hydrotherapy (medical service); Physical Therapy Aide, Transport (medical service), application of modalities. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Displays customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers.
• Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner.
• Displays computer proficiency (i.e. PC windows and MS Office environment) and ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication.  
• Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds.
• Displays ability of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Medium (exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally)
• Standing/Walking: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time
• Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions.
• Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time during an 8-hour workday.
• Ability to perform physical labor that include holding, stooping, kneeling and occasionally lifting 50 pounds without mechanical aide for extended periods of time during an 8-hour workday.  
• Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes
• Seeing: Yes
• Hearing: Yes

EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Must exhibit stable work behaviors daily.
• Must possess adequate individual coping skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional regardless of workload or time constraints.   
• Must be able to work under stress and remain calm and professional.    

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Clinical back office environment
• Exposed to frequent and constant interruptions in daily functions/schedule.  
• Must be available to customers and staff throughout the day.  
• May be required to work extended hours to meet department needs