Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join the rehabilitation team at Sage Post Acute in Hayward, California. The role serves patients in a skilled nursing facility and offers flexible scheduling, with ongoing PRN coverage needs. Compensation is $40–$46 per hour, based on experience. The PTA assists Physical Therapists in implementing treatment plans and provides direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications. The role monitors and documents patient progress, communicates observations to the Physical Therapist, educates patients and families, and collaborates with the broader care team to support coordinated treatment and positive outcomes. HealthPro Heritage describes its work as purpose-driven and emphasizes professional growth, collaboration, clinical excellence, and a comprehensive benefits package. The organization provides clinical services in multiple settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
- Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or eligibility for licensure.
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
- Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
- Monitor and document patient progress and report observations to the Physical Therapist.
- Educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
- Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate patient care and treatment outcomes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Flexible PRN schedule.
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Education Level
Associate degree
