Job Description

Job Title: Physical Therapy Tech

Department: Physical Therapy

Reports To: Senior Therapy Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Approval Date: June 11, 2026

Summary

The Physical Therapy Tech assists physical therapy patients and prepare patients for physical therapy treatments by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist patients to dress, undress, and put on and remove supportive devices such as braces, splints, and slings, before and after treatments.
Secure patients into or onto therapy equipment.
Safeguard, motivate, and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction of professional staff.
Assist Therapy Provider with routine treatments such as hydrotherapy, hot and cold packs, and paraffin bath.
Transport patients to and from treatment area.
Clean work area and equipment after treatment.
Record treatment given and equipment used.
Inventory and requisition supplies and equipment.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

American Heart Association's Certification - BLS Certified

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position requires regular standing, reaching, handling, talking, and hearing, as well as frequent walking and sitting. Employees may occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The role also requires the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The work environment is typically moderate in noise level. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Peachtree Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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