Physical Therapy Aide - Outpatient

Responsibilities

Assists Licensed Therapists and Licensed Therapy Assistants with patient care and therapeutic activities. Prepares and maintains the treatment area to ensure a safe and organized environment. Performs clerical duties, including ordering and stocking departmental supplies. Transports pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients to and from therapy sessions, taking precautions to avoid aggravating any injuries or medical conditions. Safely transfers patients in and out of wheelchairs, beds, gurneys, and other equipment using proper body mechanics and safety techniques. Assists staff with patient transfers, treatments, and delivery of therapy equipment to patient rooms, as requested. Helps manage the therapy schedule, tracks equipment usage, and ensures daily cleaning and maintenance assignments are completed. Maintains high personal standards, professionalism, and positive working relationships with team members and patients.

Qualifications

Education: High School graduate or equivalent.

Experience

Prior hospital Physical Therapy Aide experience preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work well with others with tact and diplomacy. Good verbal, written and listening skills. Good organizational skills are essential. Basic clerical skills. Ability to prioritize multiple demands. Licensure BLS Healthcare Provider required within three months of hire.
• For full-time
• PT
• Aides at
• Good
• Sams
• RIO department only: Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements for employees assigned to drive the RIO patient transport bus. Current Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card required once employed. Pay Range USD $18.47 - USD $25.01 /Hr. Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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