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PT Aide

Mercy Medical Center Redding Redding, California
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The posted compensation range of $30.61 - $34.26 /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 2026-497928 Employment Type Full Time Department Physical Therapy Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule varied start times/requires weekends Remote No Category Therapy

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our PT Assistant, you will be a vital clinical support, meticulously implementing physical therapy treatment programs and providing critical feedback toward patient recovery.

Every day, you'll execute individual patient treatment programs developed by the physical therapist, guiding patients through exercises and activities. You'll provide objective feedback on patient and caregiver performance, collaborate with the supervising PT, and contribute directly to rehabilitation goals.

To be successful, you'll combine strong clinical skill implementation with excellent observation, communication, and a compassionate approach, directly contributing to effective physical rehab outcomes.

  • Transports in-patients to and from the Physical Therapy Department which includes transfers to and from a wheelchair
  • Assists the clinical staff in patient care activities which includes bed positioning, transfers and gait training of patients
  • Administers to patients uncomplicated therapy modalities and procedures, under a therapist's instructions and supervision
  • Prepares patients for treatment by the clinical staff, which includes assisting patients in dressing, application of braces and prosthesis, removal of segmental compression devices, and acquiring/preparing appropriate equipment for use
  • Fills and cleans whirlpools as necessary
  • Cleans and disinfects treatment tables and other equipment as needed
Job Requirements

Required

  • High School Graduate High School Diploma or High School GED
  • 1 year multidisciplinary rehabilitation aide experience., upon hire
  • Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire (must be through the American Heart Association)

Where You'll Work

Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive health care to nearly 300,000 residents in a six-county region. It is one of only two Level II trauma centers, the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the only Joint Commission-certified Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center north of Sacramento north of Sacramento. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 266-bed regional medical center providing inpatient and outpatient services as well as specialized cardiovascular care, stroke care, orthopedics, neurological surgery, comprehensive cancer care, maternity care, and a robust robotic surgery program. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living. 

One Community. One Mission. One California 

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