Physical Therapist Assistant needed for SNF in Delano, CA!
About The Position
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) assists Physical Therapists in helping patients recover and rehabilitate from serious illness, injury, medical events, and orthopedic procedures. The role supports patients in regaining their best possible functional ability, well-being, and independence. Services may help improve strength, function, movement, flexibility, mobility, balance, and gait, including during recovery from hip fractures, joint replacements, and other conditions. The PTA provides care to residents receiving short-term or transitional care and delivers appropriate aspects of patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists. The position is based in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) in Delano, California; the posting also lists Bakersfield, California.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license or certification in the state of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
Responsibilities
- Provide support care to residents receiving short-term or transitional care to help them recover and rehabilitate, with the goal of restoring functional ability, well-being, and independence.
- Assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.
- Document services provided accurately and promptly to support therapy-services billing.
- Ensure patient care follows the established Plan of Care and organizational guidelines, meets professional standards and community needs, and complies with federal and state guidelines.
- Under a Physical Therapist's supervision, help identify and develop a comprehensive plan of care.
- Develop and implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
- Identify when referrals to other disciplines are needed and make referrals under a Physical Therapist's supervision.
- Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned or changed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
