Physical Therapy Aide
Garden City Healthcare Center - Fresno, CA
Pay Range: $17.50 - $18.00 per hour (DOE)
Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities Available

Garden City Healthcare Center is seeking a reliable and compassionate Physical Therapy Aide to support our rehabilitation team. This position assists the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant in providing therapy services to residents in our skilled nursing facility. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, organized, and passionate about helping residents regain strength, mobility, and independence.
General Purpose

The Physical Therapy Aide assists the therapy department with resident care activities and departmental operations under the direction of the Physical Therapist. This role supports therapy treatments, maintains the therapy department and equipment, and assists with documentation and communication regarding resident progress.
Essential Duties

• Assist the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant in treating residents as directed.
• Provide support during therapy treatments according to physician treatment plans.
• Record daily treatment notes and assist with weekly progress notes according to therapy department policies and PT Board standards.
• Participate in patient care and rehabilitation conferences as needed.
• Communicate with supervising therapists and other healthcare team members regarding resident progress, concerns, and care plans.
• Assist with cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the therapy department and treatment areas.
• Ensure therapy equipment is clean and maintained in good working order; report any equipment concerns promptly.
• Assist the nursing department with training and support of restorative aides when directed by therapy staff.
• Document treatment changes according to facility policies and procedures.
• Assist with caregiver and family education programs in preparation for resident discharge from therapy services.
• Participate in facility in-service training programs and staff education.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with residents, families, staff, and healthcare professionals.

Supervisory Requirements

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a rehabilitation setting or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems such as Casamba and PointClickCare is preferred.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and understand technical procedures and policy manuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and families.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job:

• Frequent standing and walking.
• Occasional sitting.
• Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Frequent talking and hearing.
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly when assisting with equipment or resident mobility.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Vision abilities including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception with the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate.
Additional Information

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Garden City Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.