PT/OT Rehab Assistant — Hands-on Therapy Support

CommonSpirit Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Carmichael, CA seeks a PT/OT Assistant to support rehabilitation services. You will implement patient treatment programs and help patients progress toward recovery.

The role requires CA PTA licensure, BLS, and driving/insurance prerequisites. You will work under the supervising therapist, document progress, and ensure orders are in place. Join a team that values compassionate care and contributes to positive patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Two years as a Physical Therapy Assistant approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Experience caring for patients with physical disabilities in a health care setting.
• CA PTA license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Driver's license: CA and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Implement patient treatment programs prescribed by the therapist.
• Guide patients through exercises and activities.
• Provide objective feedback on patient and caregiver performance.
• Collaborate with the supervising therapist toward therapy goals.
• Document clinical progress and follow established guidelines.
• Ensure appropriate physician orders are present for care.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient guidance

Documentation

Observation skills

Education

PTA license CA

Job description

Dignity Health - Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Carmichael, CA seeks a PT/OT Assistant to support rehabilitation services. You will implement patient treatment programs and help patients progress toward recovery.

The role requires CA PTA licensure, BLS, and driving/insurance prerequisites. You will work under the supervising therapist, document progress, and ensure orders are in place. Join a team that values compassionate care and contributes to positive patient experiences.