Physical Therapy Aide

***This position is open through Friday, June 19, 2026.***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm.

The listed wage reflects the entry-level rate for this position. Compensation may be adjusted based on experience, education, and qualifications.

Job summary

The physical therapy aide position includes considerable clerical duties and clinic up-keep responsibilities. The physical therapist aide must have physical stamina, patience, and patient focus to work effectively under the direction of the physical therapist to help patients regain and optimize movement after injury, illness, or medical procedures. The PT Aide supports physical therapy care delivery by assisting with tasks related to patient care, clerical responsibilities, and clinic safety.

Requirements/Minimum qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED 2. Moderate level of computer literacy 3. Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology 4. CPR certification required 5. Must pass pre-employment drug screening 6. Indian preference

Essential job duties

• 1.
• Use medical software to schedule patients and assist with maintaining patient records.
• 2.
• Assist with management of patient referrals for physical therapy.
• 3.
• Submit requests for Partnership authorization of therapy via “TAR.” Maintain record of TAR submissions and current authorizations.
• 4.
• Build, maintain, and file patient paper charts.
• 5.
• Communicate with other clinical staff regarding patient scheduling and other needs; and taking and delivering messages.
• 6.
• Prepare clinic for patients by creating and maintaining a clean, sanitized, safe, treatment-ready environment for therapy-related activities.
• 7.
• Make initial contact with therapy patients, welcome and assist into PT clinic, answer questions and requests, and allaying fears.
• 8.
• Assist in gathering patient basic health information for the physical therapist.
• 9.
• Instruct, motivate, safeguard and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction and direct supervision of physical therapist.
• 10.
• Educate patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.