Physician Therapy Technician

  • Tulane National Primate Research Center
  • New Orleans, Louisiana
  • Full Time
for Job: IRC33068

Physician Therapy Technician

Orthopedics - Sports Medicine

Location: New Orleans, LA

Summary

We are looking for a resourceful physical therapy tech to support our physical therapists. In this role, you will be working under the clinical direction of a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant to assist patients who have difficulty performing activities of daily living and work activities due to illnesses, injuries, and disabilities. The physical therapy tech will help patients perform exercises or functional activities as specified in a treatment plan.

To ensure success, the physical therapy tech should exhibit a solid grasp on the daily operations of a physical therapy facility and the ability to work under the supervision of physical therapists. An outstanding physical therapy tech will be someone whose organizational skills and attentive insight contribute to exceptional patient care.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to work in a clinical setting

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Effective oral and written communication skills

Exceptional organizational and time management skills

Proficient in office software, such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook Express

Proficient in electronic medical record software (e.g. ECW, Epic, etc)

Required Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED.

Previous experience in a Physical Therapy Clinic

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Physical Ability to lift and move patients if required.

Compensation Information

This position is classified as "non-exempt, hourly" and is assigned to pay grade 22. Tulane offers a variety of options to enhance your health and well-being so that you may enjoy more out of life now and in the future. Learn more about Life at Tulane as well as our Benefits and Pay. See our Candidate Resources to learn more about our hiring process and what to expect.
Job ID: 485147818
Originally Posted on: 7/14/2025

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