Physical Therapy Aide

Redding, CA - USA

Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

***This position is open through Friday February 27 2026.***

The listed wage reflects the entry-level rate for this position. Compensation may be adjusted based on experience education and qualifications.

The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday through Thursday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

JOB SUMMARY:

The physical therapy aide position includes considerable clerical duties and clinic up-keep responsibilities. The physical therapist aide must have physical stamina patience and patient focus to work effectively under the direction of the physical therapist to help patients regain and optimize movement after injury illness or medical procedures. The PT Aide supports physical therapy care delivery by assisting with tasks related to patient care clerical responsibilities and clinic safety.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED
Moderate level of computer literacy
Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology
CPR certification required
Must pass pre-employment drug screening
Indian preference

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Use medical software to schedule patients and assist with maintaining patient records.
Assist with management of patient referrals for physical therapy.
Submit requests for Partnership authorization of therapy via TAR. Maintain record of TAR submissions and current authorizations.
Build maintain and file patient paper charts.
Communicate with other clinical staff regarding patient scheduling and other needs; and taking and delivering messages.
Prepare clinic for patients by creating and maintaining a clean sanitized safe treatment-ready environment for therapy-related activities.
Make initial contact with therapy patients welcome and assist into PT clinic answer questions and requests and allaying fears.
Assist in gathering patient basic health information for the physical therapist.
Instruct motivate safeguard and assist patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction and direct supervision of physical therapist.
Educate patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
Assist patient with compiling and printing patient home exercise programs.
Administer treatment modalities such as heat ice wax bath ultrasound and electrical modalities under direct supervision of physical therapist.
Observe patients during treatment to compile and evaluate data on patients responses and progress and report to physical therapist.
In completion of patient visit secure scheduling and escort (if necessary) from clinic.
Confer with physical therapist to discuss patient information for planning modifying and coordinating treatment.
Ensure operation of physical therapy equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements following manufacturers instructions troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment and requesting repairs.
Maintain physical therapy supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level anticipating needed supplies placing and expediting orders for supplies and verifying receipt of supplies.
Serve and protects the clinic community by adhering to professional standards and adhering to federal state and local requirements

A completed Redding Rancheria job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment. You can fill out an application online at please fax ) or email ().

All certifications credentials/licenses education verification /degrees and/or transcripts and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Indian preference applies but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background screening clearance. All employees are required to submit to a Tuberculosis test (TB) test after they are hired in addition to being tested annually.

Additional Information:

In addition Redding Rancheria offers an excellent benefit package containing Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance and Short/Long Term disability paid holidays vacation and sick leave as well as a generous 401(k) retirement plan.

Redding Rancheria is a federally recognized Tribe with Pit River Wintu and Yana people where pride in Tribal culture history and identity is evident internally and in the larger community. Redding Rancheria is a leader in the constructive development of its people the larger Indian community and the Redding region.

E-Verify Statement

Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.

further information please contact Human Resources Dept. at .

Monday through Thursday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

***This position is open through Friday February 27 2026.***The listed wage reflects the entry-level rate for this position. Compensation may be adjusted based on experience education and qualifications.The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide. The preferred schedule for this positio...