Physical Therapy Aide - Outpatient

Legacy Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,444 - 34,453; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Health is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapy Aide in Portland, Oregon. You will support patient care by assisting licensed therapists and maintaining safe treatment environments. Your role includes clerical duties and patient transport, ensuring quality service and safety for our patients.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate with preferable experience in a hospital setting and must possess strong communication and organizational skills. Join us in making life better for others.

Qualifications

• Prior hospital Physical Therapy Aide experience preferred.
• Ability to work well with others with tact and diplomacy.
• Good verbal, written and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Licensed Therapists and Licensed Therapy Assistants with patient care.
• Prepare and maintain treatment area for safety.
• Perform clerical duties, including ordering supplies.
• Transport patients to and from therapy sessions.
• Safely transfer patients using proper techniques.
• Manage therapy schedule and track equipment usage.

Skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Clerical skills

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Your attention to detail helps create a smooth and positive experience for both patients and physical therapy staff. Whether you're assisting with patient transfers, maintaining equipment, or completing clerical tasks, you approach every duty with skill, care, and compassion—knowing your work makes a meaningful impact. In this role, you’ll embody the Legacy mission of making life better for others, supporting our commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assists Licensed Therapists and Licensed Therapy Assistants with patient care and therapeutic activities.
• Prepares and maintains the treatment area to ensure a safe and organized environment.
• Performs clerical duties, including ordering and stocking departmental supplies.
• Transports pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients to and from therapy sessions, taking precautions to avoid aggravating any injuries or medical conditions.
• Safely transfers patients in and out of wheelchairs, beds, gurneys, and other equipment using proper body mechanics and safety techniques.
• Assists staff with patient transfers, treatments, and delivery of therapy equipment to patient rooms, as requested.
• Helps manage the therapy schedule, tracks equipment usage, and ensures daily cleaning and maintenance assignments are completed.
• Maintains high personal standards, professionalism, and positive working relationships with team members and patients.

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduate or equivalent.
• Experience: Prior hospital Physical Therapy Aide experience preferred.
• Skills: Ability to work well with others with tact and diplomacy. Good verbal, written and listening skills. Good organizational skills are essential. Basic clerical skills. Ability to prioritize multiple demands.

Licensure

• BLS Healthcare Provider required within three months of hire.
• For full-time PT Aides at Good Sams RIO department only: Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements for employees assigned to drive the RIO patient transport bus. Current Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card required once employed.

Pay Range

USD $18.47 - USD $25.01 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you