About The Position
North Pointe Care Center is seeking a compassionate, licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join its rehabilitation team on a part-time basis. In a post-acute and skilled nursing environment, the PTA assists the supervising Physical Therapist in providing high-quality rehabilitative care to residents. The role focuses on delivering treatment plans, promoting functional independence, and supporting positive outcomes through compassionate, resident-centered care. The position offers pay of $50 per hour, a flexible part-time schedule, a supportive and collaborative therapy team, a modern skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting, and opportunities for professional growth. The PTA works alongside experienced therapists and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Requirements
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current California PTA license in good standing.
- CPR certification, if required by licensure.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer proficiency and electronic medical record experience.
Nice To Haves
- Skilled nursing, post-acute, or rehabilitation experience.
- Experience with Net Health, PointClickCare, or similar documentation systems.
Responsibilities
- Administer physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Assist residents in improving mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
- Monitor resident progress and communicate updates to the therapy team.
- Educate residents and families on home exercise programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
- Support discharge planning and care transition processes.
- Complete accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
- Maintain compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in care conferences, rehabilitation meetings, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
- Follow infection control, safety, and resident handling procedures.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, residents, and family members.
- Assist with training restorative nursing staff as needed.
- Participate in quality improvement and rehabilitation program initiatives.
- Help maintain therapy equipment and promptly report maintenance needs.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $50 per hour.
- Flexible part-time schedule.
- Supportive and collaborative therapy team.
- Modern skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
