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Athletico

Physical Therapy Aide

Athletico, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Greater Purpose And Core Values Athletico’s Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and cost‑effective fitness, performance and rehabilitative services through personalized care that emphasizes education and prevention of future injury. This is accomplished through building on our Core Values of one team, understanding our business, recognition, people‑focused, accountability, continuous innovation and trust and integrity, which are the foundation for our unique culture.

Availability Mon‑Fri 7a‑3p Availability Needed

Position Summary The Rehabilitation Aide (equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions) will assist the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing requested administrative and clinical duties. They will greet patients as they arrive to the clinic and work alongside the physical therapists as well as the physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. These duties will be conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements.

Benefits Offered With This Part‑time Position

NEW FOR 2025 – KinderCare Discount

Bi‑annual pay increase opportunity

Commuter: Pre‑Tax Transit & Parking

Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per‑Pay Company Match

SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources

HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts

Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Bereavement Time Off & Resources (part‑time and full‑time employees)

Plus more! Learn more by checking out Athletico’s Benefits Summary and ID&E Benefits.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments, putting on and removing supportive devices, assists physical therapists during administration of treatments, and provides routine treatment.

Safeguards, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff.

Provides routine treatments, such as hot/cold packs, and other modalities such as ultrasounds, electrical stimulation, etc.

Cleans work area and equipment after treatment.

Washes linens/towels, folds and maintains linen cabinets.

Maintains restrooms and other areas, restocking supplies as needed.

Assists Patient Experience Coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing paperwork and charts.

Assists with inventory management for both non‑medical and medical supplies, ordering inventory when necessary.

Qualifications

Education: High school graduate and/or intern preferred.

Work Experience: Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience preferred.

Knowledge and Technical Skills:

Strong communication and presentation skills – written and verbal.

Ability to clearly document all projects and manage production.

Attention to detail and time management skills are required.

Patient/Client Satisfaction: providing care/service that exceeds expectations.

Energetic and a team player.

Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients.

Complete tasks thoroughly.

Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.

Physical Demands

Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, including remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer‑based work, participating in filing activity, and lifting and carrying office supplies.

Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms.

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20‑25 pounds.

Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).

Work Environment

Internal office.

The noise level in the work environment is usually low.

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

USD$ 16.60 Hr. (Minimum Salary/Wage)

USD$ 20.00 Hr. (Maximum Salary/Wage)

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