Legacy Health·Portland, Oregon
The Physical Therapy Aide assists licensed therapists with patient care, therapeutic activities, and the safe transport of patients. They are also responsible for maintaining treatment areas, managing departmental supplies, and performing essential clerical duties.
Overview Your attention to detail helps create a smooth and positive experience for both patients and physical therapy staff. Whether you're assisting with patient transfers, maintaining equipment, or completing clerical tasks, you approach every duty with skill, care, and compassion—knowing your work makes a meaningful impact. In this role, you’ll embody the Legacy mission of making life better for others, supporting our commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
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.
Education: High School graduate or equivalent.
Prior hospital Physical Therapy Aide experience preferred.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Prior hospital experience is preferred, and the successful applicant must obtain BLS certification within three months of hire.
Market context
In Oregon, physical therapy aide openings often reflect steady demand in clinics, outpatient rehab, and hospital settings that need support staff who can help therapists keep patient flow moving. These roles are competitive because employers look for candidates with a high school diploma, current CPR and First Aid, medical terminology knowledge, HIPAA awareness, and the stamina to assist patients safely. Before applying, confirm that your certifications are current and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare the role’s fit and time-saving details from the original posting.