Job Description

SUMMARY:

The Physical Therapy Tech is responsible for the cleanliness maintenance of all therapy equipment and supplies and general appearance of the clinic area. The tech is responsible for completing all duties as assigned by the staff of Physical Therapy; assists in medically prescribed therapeutic procedures under the direction of a Physical Therapist.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Formal or informal training/experience which may be indicated by previous experience in a physical therapy department or medical office; Medical Assistance coursework; college coursework in a related field; or interest in professional education for PT/OT/AT/MT. Willingness to work directly with patients with physical contact; willingness to accept direction and perform repetitive tasks; basic understanding of general office procedures; ability to deal tactfully and effectively with patients other staff physicians and others.

PHYSICAL GUIDELINES:

Physical guidelines include the ability to move traverse position self remain in a stationary position and negotiate steps for up to eight hours per day; assist patients in turning assist patient in arising from exam table push wheelchair patients assist patient in arising from and returning to wheelchair kneel carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds and adequately demonstrate therapeutic exercises.

NOTE:

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to act as an exhaustive list of all duties skills and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Attendance is an essential function of the job.

LEXINGTON CLINIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

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