Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health

Sequoia Home Health and Hospice • Milpitas, CA

2d • $60 - $65

About The Position

The Sequoia Difference At Sequoia Home Health and Hospice, we’re passionate about our work and take pride in the quality of service we provide. Our community is uniquely diverse, and it’s our aim to fulfill the unique needs of our patients through excellent individualized care. Our focus is to help facilitate a smooth and safe transition home and provide life-changing service with the amount of care and dignity our patients and their families deserve. Sequoia Home Health is growing and looking for experienced, compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team! JOB SUMMARY The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Requirements

• Active CA PTA License
• Current CPR Certification
• 1+ Year of Clinical Experience
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care
• Treat patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance
• Direct and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training
• Utilize physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage
• Observe and report to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition
• Instruct patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices
• Maintain necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames
• Participate in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization in-service Education Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed