PT Aide: Rehab Support in Acute Care

CommonSpirit Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy support professional to assist the Physical Therapist in initial evaluations, patient care, and program education. You will work within an interdisciplinary team to promote effective, compassionate care.

Ideal candidates have at least a high school diploma or GED, PT Aide experience in acute care, CPR certification, and comfortable assisting with patient transfer, gait training, and home exercise instruction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with PT Aide experience in acute care.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to assist PT and clinical staff in various tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assists clinical staff in patient care activities under supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Instructs and educates patients in home exercise programs under supervision.
• Assists with preparation of patient for treatment and equipment adjustments.
• Adjusts equipment to patient size (bedside commode, walker, cane, crutches).
• Prepare patient lists for Rehab disciplines at start of day and adjust as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PT Aide experience in acute care

CPR certification

Job description

Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy support professional to assist the Physical Therapist in initial evaluations, patient care, and program education. You will work within an interdisciplinary team to promote effective, compassionate care.

Ideal candidates have at least a high school diploma or GED, PT Aide experience in acute care, CPR certification, and comfortable assisting with patient transfer, gait training, and home exercise instruction.