Clinical Assistant
This role is for someone who takes pride in helping others move better - and understands that great care starts with a well-run clinic.
Big Island Physical Therapy is hiring a Clinical Assistant to support our Physical Therapists during traditional PT sessions and MedFit appointments, while helping maintain a clean, safe, and professional clinical environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in:
- Healthcare, physical therapy, kinesiology, or exercise science
- Gaining hands-on clinical experience
- Working with a team that values quality, teamwork, and patient outcomes
- Assist Physical Therapists and PTAs during patient treatment sessions
- Set up and break down treatment areas and exercise stations
- Guide patients through prescribed exercises under PT direction
- Support MedFit appointments, including:
- Equipment setup
- Monitoring basic vitals as directed (BP, HR, RPE)
- Ensuring patient safety during exercise sessions
- Maintain clinic cleanliness and sanitation throughout the day
- Clean and disinfect equipment, tables, and high-touch surfaces
- Stock supplies and assist with general clinic organization
- Communicate clearly with therapists and front desk staff to keep patient flow smooth
- Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
- Comfortable working on your feet and assisting with physical tasks
- Friendly, professional, and able to build rapport with patients
- Coachable and able to follow clinical direction
- Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Interest in healthcare, physical therapy, fitness, or wellness is a plus
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Previous experience in a clinic, gym, or healthcare setting is helpful but not required
- Ability to lift, push, and move equipment safely
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Big Island Physical Therapy is owned and operated by Shauna Russell, DPT, MBA and has served Hawaii communities since 2009. Our clinic focuses on high-quality rehabilitation, movement assessment, strength development, and MedFit programming to help patients move better for the long term.
We believe every team member - clinical or administrative - plays a critical role in patient outcomes and clinic culture.
- Supportive, team-based environment
- Hands-on clinical experience
- Exposure to physical therapy and medically supervised fitness (MedFit)
- Opportunity to learn and grow within the clinic
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