Exercise Specialist

Overview: Performance Physical Therapy is hiring Exercise SpecialistsAre you interested in joining an amazing and talented team?Performance Physical Therapy is a state-of the-artprivatepractice offering a variety of innovative services that help patients of all ages achieve optimal physical function fitness, wellness and rehabilitation; we pride ourselves in being owned 100% by local Physical Therapists.We specialize in sports injuries, spinal, orthopedic and post-surgical conditions,as well ascreate a variety of strength, fitness and wellness strategies to help patients heal fully and quickly.

Such strategies include womensand mens pelvichealth, arunnersprogram, pediatrics, oncology, dry needling, occupational health, hand therapy, athletic training, arthritis, balance disorders, aquatics, fitness, sports performance and prevention programs.With the largest number of board-certified physical therapists in the state of Rhode Island, Performance istheleader in the health care community throughout Rhode Island and SE Massachusetts.Performance has been voted a Best Place to Work for the 7th consecutive year by Providence Business News andis proud to have receivedthe Jane L.

SnyderNationalPrivate Practice of the Year award in 2014.Culture:We have 3 core valuesthat set our culture: Providing Care at its Best, Investing in Relationships andEmbracing Change.Our goal is for every member of our team to embrace these valuestocreate an amazingculture, allowing us to help our patients.Communication:Transparency is key
– everyone has a voice at Performance PT, even our patients We expect equal engagement from every member of our team
– from new employees to senior leadership.

Multiple avenues are available and encouraged to provide and receive candid feedback.

We also ask our patients for feedback and survey them throughout their course of care.Schedule/Compensation:Performance Physical Therapy’s hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:00am-7:30pm, Saturday 8:00-2:00pm, $15.00 hourly.The Exercise Specialist is a non-licensed caregiver who works under the direction of a Physical Therapist and or Assistant to aide in the provision of patient care.

Specifics of this position will vary depending on experience and competencies demonstrated.Performance currently has 15 clinics located in the following cities:East Greenwich, RI East Providence, RIMiddletown, RINorth Providence, RIPawtucket, RIProvidence, RIRichmond, RISmithfield, RI (2)South Kingstown, RIWarren, RIWarwick, RIWoonsocket, RISeekonk, MAAttleboro, MAFor more information please visit;www.performanceptri.comor contact DanielleDeCosteat ddecosteperformanceptri.comPerformance Physical Therapy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.

Responsibilities: Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following: Other duties may be assigned.Responsible for the condition and cleanliness of treatment rooms and gym area and washing and folding laundryAssist clinical staff with patient intervention following plan of care as directed by the PT or PTA.

Level of assistance will depend onaidescompetencies and payers guidelines.

Treatment may include; exercise instruction, manual therapy techniques, aquatic therapy, modalities, and education on posture, ergonomics, ADLs and body mechanicsDocument exercise on patient flow sheetCommunicate with physical therapist or assistantpatientsresponse to interventionCommunicates with potential referral sources to expand existing business and cultivate new businessAssist administrative staff as directed by clinic director Qualifications: Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for prolonged periods of time; use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects or tools; bend or twist their boyd; repeat the same movements.Education/Experience:High School Diploma required with a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology or related field strongly preferred.Benefits:We offer a comprehensive benefits package includingMedical, Dental & Vision; 401k with employer match; voluntary disability and life insurance options; Fitness & Wellness reimbursement; 7 paid holidays and paid time off;Flexible work hours;Community volunteer opportunities, and more