Physical Therapist Aide

United Medical Doctors; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

United Medical Doctors in Temecula, CA is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed physical therapists by preparing patients and treatment areas.

You will help guide patients through exercises, maintain equipment, and assist with administrative tasks while upholding HIPAA privacy and clinic standards.

Previous experience in a physical therapy or healthcare setting is preferred; a high school diploma is required; the role offers learning opportunities in rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous healthcare setting experience preferred.
• Interest in physical therapy or healthcare careers is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists with preparing patients and treatment areas.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises as instructed by the physical therapist.
• Set up, clean, and maintain therapy equipment and treatment rooms.
• Escort patients to and from treatment areas as needed.
• Monitor patients during exercises and report concerns to the supervising therapist.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of therapy areas and equipment according to clinic standards.
• Assist with stocking supplies and maintaining inventory in the therapy department.
• Support front office tasks when needed, including scheduling appointments and answering phones.
• Maintain accurate documentation and assist therapists with administrative tasks as directed.
• Ensure patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Follow all clinic safety, infection control, and operational procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Team support

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Assist physical therapists with preparing patients and treatment areas for therapy sessions.Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and activities as instructed by the physical therapist.Set up, clean, and maintain therapy equipment and treatment rooms.Escort patients to and from treatment areas as needed.Monitor patients during exercises and report any concerns to the supervising therapist.Maintain cleanliness and organization of therapy areas and equipment according to clinic standards.Assist with stocking supplies and maintaining inventory in the therapy department.Support front office tasks when needed, including scheduling appointments and answering phones.Maintain accurate documentation and assist therapists with administrative tasks as directed.Ensure patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.Follow all clinic safety, infection control, and operational procedures.High school diploma or equivalent required.Previous experience in a physical therapy clinic, rehabilitation center, or healthcare setting preferred.Interest in physical therapy, rehabilitation, or healthcare careers is highly desirable.