Job Description
Physical Therapy Technician / Office Assistant Pay: $14.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Lewisville, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Work Location: In Person
About Us We are a busy outpatient orthopedic physical therapy clinic dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a positive, team-oriented environment. This position is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or other healthcare-related fields. Comprehensive on-the-job training is provided.
Position Summary The Physical Therapy Technician / Office Assistant supports our therapists, patients, and administrative team to ensure efficient clinic operations. This role combines direct patient support, front-office responsibilities, and clinic maintenance duties. We are seeking an energetic, dependable, and professional individual who enjoys working with people and thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Responsibilities Patient Care Support - Assist licensed physical therapists with patient treatment activities that have been delegated and appropriately trained.
- Prepare treatment areas and equipment for patient sessions.
- Monitor patients during exercises and assist with treatment setup and cleanup.
- Organize and maintain therapy equipment and treatment supplies.
- Maintain adequate linen and clinic supply inventory.
Front Office Duties - Greet patients and provide exceptional customer service.
- Answer incoming phone calls and respond to patient inquiries.
- Schedule, confirm, and reschedule appointments.
- Manage voicemail messages and return patient calls.
- Assist with patient check-in and check-out processes.
- Perform data entry, scanning, faxing, and other administrative tasks.
- Contact patients regarding missed appointments and schedule follow-up visits.
Clinic Operations - Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment.
- Monitor supply levels and notify supervisors when reordering is needed.
- Report equipment maintenance and repair needs.
- Assist with general clinic operations and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Current CPR certification preferred but not required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional and friendly demeanor with patients, physicians, and coworkers.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer proficiency required.
- Previous healthcare, customer service, or administrative experience is a plus.
Ideal Candidate - Interested in pursuing a career in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, or a related healthcare field.
- Reliable, motivated, and eager to learn.
- Enjoys working with patients and being part of a collaborative healthcare team.
Benefits - Training provided.
- Hands-on experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting.
- Opportunity to gain valuable clinical exposure and patient care experience.
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday