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Physical Therapy Aide, Per Diem

Primary Location South San Francisco, California Facility Name S. San Francisco Hospital Schedule Call-in/On-Call Shift Day Salary $34.02 - $35.8 / hour
Job Number 1362649 Date posted 06/13/2025
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Job Summary:

Performs various patient care responsibilities as delegated and instructed by the Registered Physical Therapist. Provide patient care, routine clerical, department maintenance, and other non-patient care duties under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapy manager.



Essential Responsibilities:


  • Assists patients in preparation for treatment. 

  • Apply therapeutic modalities in accordance with department policies and procedures. 

  • Instruct patients in the use of ambulation aids, transfer techniques and supportive devices as delegated by the therapist. 

  • Assist physical therapist and physical therapy assistants with procedures and treatments when requested. 

  • Document treatment given to patient. 

  • Document in medical records, when necessary, to explain cancellations of or changes in the physical therapy schedules. 

  • Clean and maintain treatment areas and equipment. 

  • Transport equipment and supplies for treatment and class presentations. 

  • Maintain adequate supplies of linen and necessary materials in treatment rooms. 

  • Order materials and supplies. 

  • Perform other related duties as necessary. 

  • This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

  • Consistently supports the precepts of Corporate Compliance and Principles of Responsibility by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with integrity, reporting observed fraud and abuse and complying with applicable state, federal and local laws and program policies and procedures.



Grade 145 

Basic Qualifications:

Experience


  • Minimum one year patient care experience, preferably in a Physical Therapy acute care setting and outpatient setting. 


Education


  • High School Diploma/GED


License, Certification, Registration


  • Basic Life Support


Additional Requirements:


  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology and basic anatomy.

  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

  • Ability to write correspondence.

  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.

  • Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.

  • Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.


Preferred Qualifications:



  • N/A


Primary Location: California,South San Francisco,S. San Francisco Hospital Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1 Shift: Day Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun*4hour shift on Sun Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM Working Hours End: 04:30 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West Job Level: Entry Level Department: So San Francisco Hospital - Physical Therapy-Inpatient - 0206 Pay Range: $34.02 - $35.8 / hour Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

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