Physical Therapist Assistant - Inpatient - Mercy

Scripps Health•San Diego, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Scripps Health team to work with dedicated caregivers and deliver patient-centered care, while building a rewarding career with one of the nation's most respected healthcare organizations. This is a full-time .8 (64 hours/2 weeks) varied 8-hour day shift position at Scripps Mercy in Hillcrest. The Physical Therapist Assistant assists in the provision of therapy under the supervision of the Physical Therapist who shall be responsible for the extent, kind, and quality of the services provided by the therapist assistant through a continuum of care. The work is performed according to the assistant's licensure/certification, Code of Ethics, Federal/State regulations, JCAHO/UMQC and Care Center policies and procedures. The Physical Therapist Assistant demonstrates the ability to perform competencies as outlined in the Rehabilitation Services Competency Assessment tools and demonstrates age specific care as established for area and job title.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
Physical Therapist Assistant license or Pending license for State of California. Must have license in hand before start.
BLS for Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as a PTA in an Inpatient/Acute Care setting

Responsibilities

Assists in the provision of therapy under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
Performs work according to the assistant's licensure/certification, Code of Ethics, Federal/State regulations, JCAHO/UMQC and Care Center policies and procedures.
Demonstrates the ability to perform competencies as outlined in the Rehabilitation Services Competency Assessment tools.
Demonstrates age specific care as established for area and job title.