Physical Therapy Aide

Job Summary and Responsibilities The Acute Care Therapy Department at St. Josephu2019s Hospital and Medical Center provides the evaluation and treatment of patients with a wide variety of diagnoses in a fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding medical setting. Our Therapists are critical members of a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to achieving optimal outcomes for our patients. We are committed to teamwork and collaboration; our participation in interdisciplinary patient rounding occurs daily on a number of units throughout the facility providing therapy professionals to work autonomously. Expectations: + The Physical Therapist provides patient care including evaluating patient for treatment, providing and directing administration of the Physical Therapy care plan upon Physician referral. Consults with other health care disciplines to co-ordinate therapeutic programs and discharge planning for individual patient. + Instructs patients and care givers in home programs for exercises and functional activities. + Assists with patient program management, while also delivering patient services. + Serves as a resource by sharing expertise and knowledge and assisting with staff professional development. The REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT at Dignity Health St Joseph Hospital Medical Center is a dynamic environment where you can pursue a highly challenging and rewarding career. Job Requirements Minimum: + Customer service oriented + Computer skills required + Current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Card Preferred: + Six months patient care experience Where You'll Work Hello humankindness ( Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, ( St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 576-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute (, Norton Thoracic Institute (, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's (, Ivy Brain Tumor Center (, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center ( (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Josephu2019s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospitalu2019s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Josephu2019s. _U.S News & World Report_ routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies (. Look for us on Facebook ( and follow us on Twitter (. _For the health of our community ... we are proud_ _to be_ _a tobacco-free campus._ Pay Range $18.00 - $20.03 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Created: 2025-10-14