Physical Therapist Assistant

Walnut Creek Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center•Walnut Creek, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Walnut Creek Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is in search of a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility has an outstanding reputation in the healthcare industry with a high rating for quality patient care. We are committed to providing kind, competent and compassionate services to those entrusted to our care and an enjoyable work environment for our staff. If you are passionate about therapy and helping residents meet their full potential, then this is the right place for you.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum.
Is able to practice unencumbered.
Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
Full knowledge of resident’s rights.
Exudes professionalism in presentation.
Able to work on multitasks at the same time

Responsibilities

Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a therapist.
Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
Communicates with patients, families and other clinical staff of treatment variations.
Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification regulatory, reimbursement requirements and physician treatment plan.
Supports and participates in department operations and development.
Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.