Monterey Spine and Joint is hiring: Physical Therapy Tech in Monterey

Monterey Spine & Joint (MSJ) of Monterey, CA is looking to hire a full-time Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy Technician. Are you looking to advance your career in healthcare? Would you like to work for a multi-specialty private practice that values its employees? Do you have the desire to be an integral part of a company that has a clear vision and believes in cohesive teamwork as well as be supported, coached, and fostered in your career growth? If so, please read on!

This exercise science position in healthcare earns a competitive wage of $18.00-23.00/hour, depending on years of experience. We also offer great benefits and perks, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, birthday recognition, employee appreciation days, volunteer opportunities, annual $1000 educational assistance, company-provided uniforms, and employee referral bonuses up to $1,000. If this sounds like the right exercise science and kinesiology opportunity at a private practice for you, apply today!

ABOUT MONTEREY SPINE & JOINT (MSJ)

MSJ provides a comprehensive array of musculoskeletal and neurosurgical care in the Monterey and Salinas regions of California. We are a multi-specialty private medical group that is committed to providing outstanding service to our surrounding communities. Being a private practice, we have the ability to make changes as needed to best suit our patient's needs. Care and concern for the patient are at the core of all we do. We consistently strive for excellence and provide the highest quality of care possible, with compassion for the patient and the patient's family always front and center.

Our staff is dedicated to treating each patient as a highly valued individual worthy of our best in personalized service. Without the quality work they do, we would fail. We are very proud and protective of what we have created and try every day to create a positive work environment and show our appreciation. If you love working hard, learning on a daily basis, improving your skillset, and caring deeply for patients, then you will love being part of our truly collaborative team!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PHYSICAL THERAPY / OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TECHNICIAN

As an exercise science healthcare professional for our private practice, you play a critical role in helping our patients by assisting the therapists in exercise treatment. You prepare patients for physical therapy by welcoming them and helping them get comfortable. Under the supervision of a physical or occupational therapist, you prepare treatment areas, equipment, and materials by cleaning and positioning them correctly. You assist patients on and off treatment tables and exercise equipment to ensure their safety. In addition, you maintain the confidence and trust of our patients by keeping all their information confidential.

At times, you assist with answering telephones and taking messages. You record all no-shows and cancellations as well as process monthly physical therapy reports. By keeping track of inventory, you order supplies as needed to keep our private practice well-stocked. You always take care to follow safety standards when using equipment and materials as well as implement appropriate safeguards. Helping others is a passion of yours, and you show up to your job in therapy each day excited about what you do!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A PHYSICAL THERAPY / OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TECHNICIAN

• 1-2 years experience using gym equipment in a guided exercise performance
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in kinesiology or exercise science, ideally pre-PT or pre-OT highly preferred but not required.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short corresponds, and memos
• Having knowledge about medical terminology is a plus but multiple factors will be taken into consideration.

Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Are you able to balance multiple tasks while demonstrating good time management? Do you enjoy helping others? Are you detail-oriented? Do you have the ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment? If so, you might just be perfect for this exercise science and kinesiology position in healthcare!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time therapy tech or aide position at our private practice works a typical schedule of four 10-hour shifts from 7 AM - 6 PM, Monday through Friday with either Monday, Wednesday, or Friday off.

READY TO JOIN OUR HEALTHCARE TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy Technician job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 93940