Search

Floating Physical Therapist Aide

Physical Therapy NOW
locationMiami, FL, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Healthcare

Job Description

Job Description

Role Description & Mission

The Floating Patient Experience & Rehabilitation Aide is PT Now's cross-trained utility player-equally comfortable supporting hands-on care in the therapy floor as you are running a smooth front desk. You step into different clinics, learn fast, and keep the day humming. This role embodies Service Before Self, Relentless Integrity, Bold Accountability, Urgency with Impact, and Purpose-Driven Leadership by delivering a first-class patient experience while protecting clinical flow and safety.

Mission

  • Deliver an exceptional patient experience from hello to checkout.
  • Keep treatment areas prepared, clean, and stocked so sessions start on time and run safely.
  • Support supervised patient exercises and movement per PT/PTA direction.
  • Maintain accurate scheduling, intake, and documentation in the EMR to support clinic efficiency.
  • Float seamlessly between locations, adapting to each clinic's rhythms and needs.

Skills & Competencies

  • Patient Service: Warm, professional, and attentive; de-escalates with empathy.
  • Clinical Support Basics: Safely assist with exercises and positioning under direct supervision.
  • Front Desk Excellence: Scheduling, confirmations, intake, insurance verification basics, co-pay collection, and receipt handling.
  • Organization & Cleanliness: High standards for sanitization, stocking, and room turnover.
  • Tech Proficiency: EMR/scheduling systems, phone systems, basic POS.
  • Team Player: Jumps in where needed; communicates clearly with therapists and admin.
  • Detail & Discipline: Follows SOPs exactly; documents accurately.
  • Values Alignment: Purpose-Driven Leadership, Relentless Integrity, Service Before Self, Bold Accountability, Urgency with Impact.

Ideal DISC Profile

High S / High C with Moderate I

  • High S: Dependable, steady, patient-oriented.
  • High C: Accurate, procedure-focused, safety-minded.
  • Moderate I: Warm, approachable first impression; builds rapport quickly.
  • Low-to-Moderate D: Adapts fast to new sites without sacrificing accuracy.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • On-Time Starts: ≥ 98% of assigned sessions start on time with areas prepped.
  • Patient Satisfaction (Aide/Front Desk): ≥ 4.8/5 average rating.
  • Clinic Cleanliness & Safety: 100% pass on monthly internal inspections.
  • Equipment Turnover: ≤ 2 minutes between patient uses.
  • Schedule Quality: ≥ 95% weekly fill rate on assigned providers; ≤ 5% no-show/cancel rate via proactive confirmations.
  • Data Accuracy: ≤ 1% error in demographics, insurance, scheduling, and charge capture hand-offs.
  • Check-In/Out Time: < 3 minutes average per patient.
  • Float Readiness: 100% completion of cross-training checklists; first-week deployment success at new sites (validated by Clinic Director).

Scope of Work

Patient Support (Clinical Floor)

  • Escort patients, review any therapist-provided precautions, and assist with setup.
  • Supervise and cue exercises under direct PT/PTA supervision; ensure safety and encouragement.
  • Retrieve/return equipment during sessions; maintain smooth flow between stations.

Clinic Maintenance & Safety

  • Clean/sanitize treatment tables and equipment after each use; follow infection-control SOPs.
  • Restock linens, gels, bands, and treatment tools; maintain tidy storage.
  • Perform opening/closing checklists; report maintenance/safety issues immediately.

Front Desk & Administrative Operations

  • Greet patients and referral sources warmly; manage check-in/check-out.
  • Provide clear instructions for forms, intake, and insurance eligibility verification (per SOP).
  • Schedule new/follow-up visits; execute confirmations and follow-ups on missed visits.
  • Collect co-pays and patient balances, issue receipts, and document per policy.
  • Maintain accurate EMR records and same-day filing of all patient documents.
  • Support clinic marketing materials and in-office promotions as directed.

Communication & Coordination

  • Relay messages between patients and clinicians; communicate schedule changes promptly.
  • Participate in daily huddles; surface bottlenecks early and propose solutions.
  • Use approved templates/scripts for calls, confirmations, and reminders.

Float Deployment & Cross-Training

  • Travel to assigned clinics; integrate into workflows quickly and respectfully.
  • Learn local nuances (rooming patterns, equipment locations, opening/closing routines).
  • Maintain cross-training competency across both Front Desk and Rehab Aide functions; complete quarterly refreshers.

Compliance & Confidentiality

  • Uphold HIPAA and PT Now privacy standards; follow PT Now communication policy (no PHI via unsecured channels).
  • Follow safety, OSHA, and infection-control procedures without exception.

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years in outpatient rehab support and/or medical front desk strongly preferred (will train the right values-aligned candidate).
  • EMR/scheduling experience; comfort with phones and basic POS.
  • Excellent customer service and clear written/verbal communication.
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between clinics; flexible with assignment length (1 day to 1–6+ months).
  • Current CPR/First Aid (or obtained within 60 days of hire). Bilingual a must.

Physical Requirements

  • Stand/walk for extended periods; assist with patient mobility.
  • Lift, push, or move up to 30–50 lbs of equipment/linens safely.

Work Schedule & Travel

  • Full-time; may include early mornings or early evenings based on clinic needs.
  • Travel between PT Now locations assigned.



Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...