Therapy Aide

Description

Occupational Therapy Technician – Outpatient Orthopedic Clinic

Job Summary
The Occupational Therapy Technician supports licensed occupational therapists in delivering high-quality care to patients recovering from orthopedic injuries, surgeries, and upper-extremity conditions. This role emphasizes assisting with therapeutic exercises, maintaining clinic flow, and ensuring a clean, organized treatment environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with patient treatment      sessions 
  • Guide patients through       therapist-prescribed exercises (e.g., range of motion, strengthening,       fine motor tasks) 
  • Help position patients and       ensure proper body mechanics during activities 
  • Provide motivation and reinforce       therapist instructions 
• Set up and maintain therapy      equipment 
  • Prepare modalities and tools       (e.g., resistance bands, hand therapy equipment, splints, paraffin baths)       
  • Clean and sanitize equipment       between patients following clinic protocols 
• Support upper-extremity rehab 
  • Assist with hand, wrist, elbow,       and shoulder therapy activities 
  • Help with splint       application/removal under therapist direction 
• Ensure efficient clinic flow 
  • Prepare treatment areas quickly 
  • Monitor session timing and       assist with transitions between patients 
  • Keep supplies stocked
• Administrative support 
  • Schedule appointments and       confirm visits 
  • Document scanning
• Observe and report 
  • Communicate patient responses,       discomfort, or changes to the therapist 
• May Require travel between North      and South locations
• Other Duties as assigned

Work Environment

• Fast-paced outpatient orthopedic      clinic 
• Frequent interaction with post-op      and injury recovery patients 
• Team-based setting with      therapists, assistants, and front office staff 

Preferred Skills & Traits

• Interest in orthopedics, sports      rehab, or hand therapy 
• Strong multitasking ability in a      busy clinic 
• Good understanding of basic      anatomy (especially upper extremity) 
• Physical ability to assist      patients and remain on feet for extended periods 
• Clear communication and a      professional, energetic demeanor 

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent      required 
• Prior experience in a rehab,      athletic training, or fitness setting preferred 
• CPR/BLS certification often      preferred 

SALARY & BENEFITS:

· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 

· PTO package and paid holidays

· Company-paid life insurance and long term disability insurance

· Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.

· Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing

· Monday – Friday work schedules

· Flexible work schedules depending on demand

Ideal Candidate

Someone planning to pursue a career in occupational therapy, physical therapy, athletic training, or a related healthcare field—especially with an interest in orthopedic or sports-related rehab.