I liked how the physical therapist was very welcoming and helped me when I was confused
What I wish was different
I wish I was testing on my knowledge of the skills before I actually started helping the physical therapist
Advice
It might be a little hard at first, but once you get used to it, it will be okay
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Clinical Rehabilitation Aide
June 2018 • Northbrook, IL
What I liked
The environment is very inviting and homely. I feel as if the people I work with and the patients we see are like family. They're so supportive and caring.
What I wish was different
I would like to be offered a raise, since I've been here for over a year and a half and my salary is below the minimum wage for Cook County.
Advice
No matter how difficult the task seems, always take a minute to step back, take a breath, and remind yourself about all the things you love about this career and why you're here. Also, never be afraid to ask for help. We're a team and a family, and we always have each other's backs.
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Rehabilitation Aide
June 2018 • Milwaukee, WI
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
For anyone going into Physical Therapy, this is a great clinic to gain experience on treating patients, small talk, and how to work on an integrative team setting.
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Rehab Aide
August 2018 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
Job is in field of interest.
What I wish was different
Advice
Can be overwhelming at first. Communication is important.
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Rehabilitation Intern
May - June 2018 • Grand Rapids, MI
What I liked
I loved the professional atmosphere, the healthy learning environment, and friendly staff that welcomed me in.
What I wish was different
Advice
Study what you had learned every day to build your knowledge and relate it what you learn in the classroom
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Observational Intern
June - August 2017 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
Hands-on experience with Physical Therapy patients and assisting the physical therapists with clinical activities.
What I wish was different
More time! Make sure you talk to your supervisor or manager about wanting more hours. If you don't clarify this from the start, it might be hard for them to arrange time for you later on.
Advice
My advice to an intern would be don't be shy. You're an intern in a professional workplace. While you may be timid at first, it's not professional to come across as too quiet or too shy. Talk, be respectful, and be comfortable. If you're not comfortable, you're probably in the wrong place. Make sure you give a good impression and talk about relevant things or ask relevant questions. Your employer, supervisor, or manager will see that you're putting in an effort! No one likes a wallflower. Be interactive and as useful as you can be!
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Physical Therapy Aide
June 2015 • Rolling Meadows, IL
What I liked
seeing major for first hand
What I wish was different
more hands on experience
Advice
good for getting feet in the door
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Clinical Rehabilitation Aide
May 2018 • Wheaton, IL
What I liked
I love getting to work with patients and other coworkers at the clinic. I really enjoyed making connections with patients I helped, and I enjoyed that aspect of the job. Working as a rehab aide keeps you busy, as you are constantly helping the clinic in many forms. Between stretching patients, explaining their exercise plan, cleaning treatment tables/equipment, scheduling appointments, answering calls about insurance and more, there is so much to stay busy with! It can be a face paced work environment, but the staff at Athletico Wheaton East has made it a great experience!
What I wish was different
While I understand I am intern and the Physical Therapists have the degree and expertise, I do wish I was paid more for the work I do. As I mentioned earlier, some days in the clinic were absolutely chaotic and I (and many coworkers) believe aides should receive greater compensation for the major role we play in the patient's PT experience. I also wish there had been more scheduled training sessions to help explain my responsibilities, rather than learning everything on the fly.
Advice
Work hard no matter how much you know and don't be afraid to ask questions. There is a lot to learn at the beginning, but don't let this discourage you. If you stick with it, and have a good attitude about it, patients and coworkers alike will notice and appreciate the work you are doing. It's easy to feel overwhelmed by the work you have to do, but have a short memory and don't be deterred by failure (because you will fail and that's okay)! Also, get to know people, whether patients or coworkers. People matter, and investing in those around you may be tiring, it pays dividends when you make strong connections with someone.
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Athletico Physical Therapy Intern
June - July 2018 • Rock Island, IL
What I liked
The connections I made and experiences I had through being in a physical therapist's typical environment
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to perform rehabilitative movements on patients.
Advice
I would advice to study as much of the human anatomy as possible so that when you are interning, you will be able to apply everything you learned to real life situations.
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Clinical Rehabilitation Aide
May - October 2019 • Westerville, OH
What I liked
I liked the invaluable experience I gained within a physical therapy clinic. I built relationships with the therapists and staff that will help me in the future and further expand my network. The location was nice because of its proximity to Otterbein.
What I wish was different
I was an administative aide, so I did a lot of paperwork. I wish I was a clinic aide where I would be on the floor helping the patients with their therapies and exercises.
Advice
It is important to put yourself out there and gain these experiences early on in your undergraduate career.
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Physical Therapy Aide Internship
May - July 2017 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
The physical therapists were always explaining and teaching me new things, in regard to physical therapy, biomechanics of the body and anatomy. They allowed me to ask all the questions I wanted. I was able to work hands on with patients, learn about their injuries and observe evaluations given to patients.
What I wish was different
Nothing, I loved everything about my internship. I worked with nice individuals who took the time to teach and explain new things to me.
Advice
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Rehab technician
May - August 2019 • Carmel, IN
What I liked
The community feel I got from everyone working there! They were all so willing to help me learn the different tasks of a physical therapist. I trusted everyone there and they trusted me-everyone was so willing to help me learn how to do my job and how to do it well!!
What I wish was different
Advice
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Clinical Rehabilitation Aide
December 2017 • Bartlett, IL
What I liked
For anyone going into the medical field, this is a perfect job position to get your foot into the door. As a rehab aide at Athletico, you learn about every aspect that goes into running an outpatient physical therapy clinic. You will be educated in everything that goes on in the clinic. Along with learning to work with patients and how treatment works, you are also exposed to the technical aspects of the clinic. What I mean by that is that you will also help the office coordinator with their daily duties, educating you on things such as how insurance policies work in the clinical setting, communicating with physicians offices, and maintaining proper records for patients. I have learned about all the inter workings of a medical clinic in just under 2 years, and I have learned things that could have never been taught in the classroom. If I were to recommend any job to someone who was looking to gain knowledge in the field, I would highly recommend the job position that I currently hold.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had started this job sooner. Many of the concepts I learned in the clinic directly correlated to information I was learning in the classroom. The amazing part of this job is that I can apply what I have learned in the classroom to my duties in the clinic.
Advice
If you are looking to get into the medical field, a job like mine is a perfect choice to get hands on knowledge in the field. You get the full spectrum of what goes on in a medical practice daily, and is the perfect thing to give your resume an extra edge when you apply to graduate schools.
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Rehabilitation aide
October 2018 • Westerville, OH
What I liked
I liked working with patients and getting hands on experience in the physical therapy field
What I wish was different
The pay is not good
Advice
It’s a good experience if you need shadowing hours for your physical therapy grad school application. It’s better than an internship because you get paid.
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Rehabilitation Aide
May - August 2019 • Cape Girardeau, MO
What I liked
I loved the relaxed working environment and the fact that I could learn more about physical therapy while I was performing my daily tasks.
What I wish was different
I do wish I would've had more hours, however, the flexibility gave me time to travel, to shadow, and to volunteer over my summer on top of this job.
Advice
Since my work place didn't have a lot of customers, I didn't have steady hours, so if you're looking for one that does, you won't find it here. However, it it a very flexible job with a great environment to learn more about physical therapy, especially for college students who are looking to go into rehabilitation services.
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Physical Therapy Aide
January 2016 - August 2018 • Cary, IL
What I liked
I loved the people I worked with and the overall experience of working in the field I wish to pursue!
What I wish was different
I could keep working there while being at school!
Advice
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Physical therapy technician
April 2019 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
My bosses are constantly teaching me.
What I wish was different
It would be nice if the job was closer to my school and home.
Advice
Get a job in the field you are studying before graduating to see what the field is really like and if you'd enjoy it or another area of the field you are studying.
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Clinical Rehabilitation Aide
March - August 2019 • Chicago, IL
What I liked
The job had me interacting with patients immediately. You get to know each patient very well and see their progress through PT. You also learn the muscle groups pretty fast as well. Overall great place to be an Aide.
What I wish was different
Nothing really
Advice
Get a good pair of walking shoes because you are on your feet all the time. Also, get some golf kakis more comfortable for all-day use.
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Rehab Assistant
May - August 2022 • Monee, IL
What I liked
I really love the atmosphere. All of the employees and patients are so friendly and it really doesn’t even feel like a job ever.
What I wish was different
I wish that I could’ve continued to work there while at school but it’s too far of a drive now.
Advice
I would say to definitely be outgoing and talk to the patients and other workers. I would also say to ask questions because you never want to do the wrong thing.
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Rehab Aide
June 2022 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
I loved/love the environment, my co-workers, the patients, and the work I got/get to do.
What I wish was different
Nothin!
Advice
I started by shadowing and did so for nearly a year. Then I asked for a job, and they said yes! My advice is to get involved in what you are interested in and don't be afraid to ask for opportunities.
