Physical Therapy Aide: Rehab Support & Patient Care

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Tech to support therapists by preparing patients and equipment for therapy and assisting with transfers and gait training. The role includes direct patient care under licensed supervision and safe transport of patients within the facility.

Responsibilities emphasize assisting with treatments, monitoring exercises, and ensuring clear communication with therapists and staff to maintain efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Prior experience or interest in a rehabilitation field.
• CPR certification required.
• Basic math skills; ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; ability to communicate with patients and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients and equipment for therapy, including obtaining supplies and positioning them.
• Assists therapists with treatments, transfers/ambulation, and gait training to prevent falls.
• Assists with direct patient care under supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Transports patients safely and communicates with the team to maintain workflow.

Skills

English literacy

Patient communication

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma

Rehabilitation field interest/experience

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Physical Therapy Tech to support therapists by preparing patients and equipment for therapy and assisting with transfers and gait training. The role includes direct patient care under licensed supervision and safe transport of patients within the facility.

Responsibilities emphasize assisting with treatments, monitoring exercises, and ensuring clear communication with therapists and staff to maintain efficient workflow.