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Physical Therapy Aide

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital Bakersfield, California
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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.

Requisition ID 2026-502892 Employment Type Part Time Department Physical Therapy Hours/Pay Period 1 Shift Varies Weekly Schedule Sunday-Saturday Remote No Category Therapy

Job Summary and Responsibilities

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 Duties
  • Prepare patient list for each Rehab discipline at the beginning of each work day amd make changes throughout the day as needed.
Job Requirements

Required

  • High School Graduate General Studies and At least 6 months PT Aide experience in the acute care setting, upon hire or
  • High School GED General Studies and At least 6 months PT Aide experience in the acute care setting, upon hire or
  • equivalent technical training. and At least 6 months PT Aide experience in the acute care setting, upon hire and
  • equivalent with direct therapy contact. and
  • Those who successfully complete the PT Aide training course will be credited with 12 weeks of experience
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Founded 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.

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