On-Call Physical Therapy Aide (In/Outpatient)

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KAISER in Los Angeles is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapy Aide to assist under supervision in implementing parts of a treatment plan, prepare and apply modalities, and support daily operations in the rehabilitation department.

The role does not involve evaluation or initiating treatment; it emphasizes safety, patient interaction, documentation, and adherence to infection control policies, with flexible on-call shifts and multiple daily dates.

Qualifications

• Completion of annual skills competency assessment.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in basic safety and infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients to required locations.
• Performs clerical functions such as posting treatment given, completing CPRs, filing progress sheets, maintaining statistics, ordering supplies, making copies of files/exercise programs etc.
• Observes department policies and procedures including attendance, dress, privacy and confidentiality.
• Maintains professional behavior and respectful interactions with patients and staff.
• Communicates clearly and appropriately, with written communications meeting established standards.
• Maintains a courteous professional relationship with patients, families and health care team.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and work area according to guidelines; follows safety and maintenance procedures.
• Implements portions of treatment plans under supervision of a licensed physical therapist; reports unusual signs and patient responses.
• Uses and applies physical therapy modalities and procedures as part of established exercise programs.
• Considers patient age group (pediatric to geriatric) in service delivery.
• Documents clinical activities and patient responses as per guidelines.

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

KAISER in Los Angeles is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapy Aide to assist under supervision in implementing parts of a treatment plan, prepare and apply modalities, and support daily operations in the rehabilitation department.

The role does not involve evaluation or initiating treatment; it emphasizes safety, patient interaction, documentation, and adherence to infection control policies, with flexible on-call shifts and multiple daily dates.