Physical Therapy Aide, PRN, Days

ScionHealth; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Regional Medical Center in southern West Virginia is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support the therapy team with non-clinical tasks and help maintain efficient operations.

The role involves preparing treatment areas, transporting patients, organizing equipment, and handling light administrative duties under licensed staff supervision. A candidate should be reliable, patient-focused, and capable of teamwork in a busy rehab setting.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic body mechanics and safe patient handling.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains treatment areas and equipment.
• Assists with patient transport to therapy areas.
• Provides non-clinical support under supervision.
• Performs clerical duties: data entry, scheduling, filing.
• Ensures supplies are stocked and equipment is clean and safe.

Skills

Body mechanics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Dependable, punctual

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Step into a meaningful role at Logan Regional Medical Center, a 132-bed facility located in southern West Virginia. Logan Regional is an award-winning, full-service community hospital with a history of innovation, from its one-of-a-kind Rural General Surgery residency program to its collaboration with Marshall Health Network to bring more opportunities for specialty care to the area. Logan Regional has earned the prestigious 'A' grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s listing of Great Community Hospitals, Forbes Inaugural Top Hospitals list, and Best-in-State hospital status from Newsweek/Statista. Consider growing your career at Logan Regional, which offers an ideal combination of high standards of care in a small, caring community.

Job Summary

The Physical Therapy Aide supports the physical therapy team by assisting with non-clinical tasks and ensuring the efficient operation of therapy services. This role includes preparing treatment areas, transporting patients, maintaining equipment, and providing administrative assistance. The Aide works under the direct supervision of licensed physical therapy staff and contributes to a safe and positive environment for patients and staff.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and maintains treatment areas and equipment before and after therapy sessions.
• Assists with patient transport to and from therapy areas as needed.
• Supports patients with non-clinical needs during treatment sessions under direct supervision.
• Cleans and organizes therapy equipment and ensures supplies are stocked.
• Performs basic clerical duties, including data entry, scheduling assistance, and filing.
• Observes and reports any safety or maintenance concerns to the appropriate staff.
• Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy in interactions with patients, families, and staff.
• Complies with all hospital safety, infection control, and confidentiality policies.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Understanding of basic body mechanics and safe patient handling practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively within a team.
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to providing support in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support Facility-Specified Upon Hire

Experience

• Prior Experience in a healthcare or rehabilitation setting (Preferred) And
• Prior Experience that demonstrates strong organizational skills and ability to multitask effectively (Required)