Rehab Aide

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health in Escondido, CA is seeking a Rehab Aide to support therapy staff across the district. You will assist with procedures, prepare treatment areas, travel within the district, and follow direction of licensed therapists.

The position requires a High School Diploma, BLS Healthcare Provider certification, and 4–12 months of Rehab Aide experience; a valid driver's license is needed and basic computer skills (MS Office). English proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS - Healthcare Provider certification required.
• 4–12 months experience as Rehab Aide or completion of Palomar Health Rehab Pathmaker Intern program.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapy staff with administration of medically-prescribed, age-appropriate therapy treatments.
• Follow direction of a registered therapist.
• Assist during patient testing, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Prepare treatment areas, patients, and equipment for treatments.
• Travel within district and maintain reliable transportation.
• Communicate with internal/external customers as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Follow Palomar Health policies, rules, and standards.

Skills

English proficiency

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Typing/keyboard skills

Education

High School Diploma

BLS - Healthcare Provider

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Internet

Job description

Department: Physical Therapy Union: CHEU Shift: 8-hour Shift - Day (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period: 20

Job Description: Range: $23.00-$28.07

Posting Date: 8/21/2026

Internal Closing Date: 8/27/2026

* Internal candidates must apply by midnight on the Closing Date in order to have bidding rights.

Job Duties

• Assists therapy staff with administration of medically-prescribed, age-appropriate therapy treatments across the district.
• Follows direction of a registered therapist.
• Assists during patient testing, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Prepares treatment areas, patients, and equipment for treatments.
• Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate interaction with all internal and external customers.
• Required travel within district/must have reliable transportation.
• Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).
• Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards.
• Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or combination of education and experience
• Preferred Education: As required for certification as Restorative Nursing Assistant or pre-requisite for therapy college course
• Minimum Experience: 4 - 12 months experience as a Rehab Aide, Restorative Nursing Assistant or successful completion of Palomar Health Rehab Pathmaker Intern program achelors degree in a healthcare-related field may substitute for experience
• Preferred Experience: 1 - 2 years therapy assistance
• Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
• Preferred Certification: Not Applicable
• Required License: Valid Driver's License
• Preferred License: Not Applicable

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Palomar Health invites you to be part of our healthcare team, where we offer extraordinary opportunities for both clinical and non-clinical positions. As a leading healthcare system, we are committed to providing world-class care to our community. When you join our team, you'll have access to our exceptional training programs designed to help you excel in your role and grow your career.