Physical Therapy Aide

Physical Therapy AideInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.The posted compensation range of $25.00 - $26.44/hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life. Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment. To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.Assists clinical staff in patient care activities under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist for bed positioning, transfers, gait training, therapeutic exercise and other effective care interventions.Instructs and educates patients in brief home exercise programs under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist.Assists with preparation of patient for treatment by clinical staff which includes assisting patients in dressing, application of braces and prothesis, removal of compression devices and acquiring/preparing appropriate equipment and linen for use during clinical treatment.Adjusts equipment to patient's size, including height and weight. Equipment includes but is not limited to, bedside commode, walker, cane and crutches.Non-Clinical DutiesPrepare patient list for each Rehab discipline at the beginning of each work day and make changes throughout the day as needed.RequiredHigh School Graduate General Studies and At least 6 months PT Aide experience in the acute care setting, upon hire orHigh School GED General Studies and At least 6 months PT Aide experience in the acute care setting, upon hire orequivalent technical training. and At least 6 months PT Aide experience in the acute care setting, upon hire andequivalent with direct therapy contact. andThose who successfully complete the PT Aide training course will be credited with 12 weeks of experienceBasic Life Support - CPR, upon hireFounded in 1956, Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital is a 385-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Bakersfield, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, maternity care, and orthopedics. Additionally, Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and its Lauren Small Children's Center is the first comprehensive pediatric program in Kern County.