Physical Therapist Assistant

Sun Mar Health Care•North Hollywood, CA

About The Position

Provides therapy services established by the Physical Therapist (PT) in the patient’s Plan of Care. Services are provided under PT supervision, as determined by the Registered Therapist and in compliance with state and federal guidelines. The Physical Therapist Assistant consults with the PT about treatment or condition changes and communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other team members. The role includes documentation, billing and administrative submissions, participation in care planning and family training, and helping maintain a safe, clean treatment environment and properly functioning equipment. The organization provides PT, OT, and ST services in post-acute settings and describes a collaborative workplace that supports employees’ career goals.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant.
Licensure or certification as required by state guidelines.
CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

One year of Physical Therapy Assistant experience preferred.
One to two years of experience in a residential or assisted living setting or skilled nursing facility preferred.
Graduates of a Physical Therapy Assistant program will be considered.

Responsibilities

Provide therapy services established by the Physical Therapist in the patient’s Plan of Care, under PT supervision and in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
Consult with the PT in a timely manner regarding changes in treatment or patient condition.
Complete documentation, including daily notes, and assist the PT with progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as needed.
Submit billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
Communicate with patients, families, referring physicians, and other team members.
Attend continuing education seminars and workshops to keep current with clinical skills, programs, and techniques.
Participate in care planning meetings, rehabilitation meetings, and family training to communicate patient progress as requested by the PT, Director of Rehab, or Rehab Resource Consultant.
Follow organizational and facility policies and procedures to support employee and patient safety.
Check that equipment is in good working order before providing patient care and follow procedures for reporting damaged equipment.
Maintain a clean environment.
Attend required meetings, in-services, and functions as designated by the Director of Rehab and/or Rehab Resource Consultant.
Coordinate treatment goals with other team members.
Maintain valid licensure, certification, or equivalent as requested by the appropriate state agency.