Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapy Aide and play a vital role in supporting patient recovery and rehabilitation. In this energetic position, you will assist licensed physical therapists in delivering exceptional patient care, ensuring smooth clinical operations, and maintaining a compassionate environment. Your dedication will help patients regain mobility, improve function, and achieve their health goals through hands-on support and attentive service. This paid role offers an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced medical setting while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
Duties
- Support physical therapists by preparing treatment areas, equipment, and supplies for therapy sessions.
- Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and exercises using proper patient transfer methods and manual handling techniques.
- Monitor patient progress during therapy sessions, ensuring safety and comfort at all times.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes while respecting patient confidentiality.
- Help with patient intake procedures, including gathering medical history and explaining therapy processes clearly.
- Ensure the cleanliness, organization, and sterilization of therapy equipment in compliance with health standards.
- Communicate effectively with patients to provide encouragement, answer questions, and promote a positive therapeutic environment.
Requirements
- Prior experience practicing in a physical therapy or rehabilitation role is highly preferred but not required.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and post-acute care practices.
- Experience working in hospital or inpatient settings with geriatric or orthopedic patients is advantageous.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and assist with patient transfers using proper techniques.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today to join Bay Rehabilitation and help our patients get back to living their best lives.
Send your resume to [email protected]
Embark on a rewarding career journey where your skills directly impact patient recovery!
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
