Physical Therapist Assistant-Home Health-Per Diem-Central

Bridge Home Health LLC•San Diego, CA

14d•$37 - $42

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of a qualified physical therapist and according to the physician’s plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. The role focuses on relieving pain, developing or restoring function, and helping patients maintain maximum performance in a home health setting. The assistant observes and reports patients’ reactions to treatment and changes in their condition, maintains clinical and conference records within prescribed time frames, and participates in home care team meetings and in-service education. The position also requires adherence to company attendance and reliability guidelines to support consistent patient care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program with an Associate’s degree in science or applied science approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
Approved as a physical therapist assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
Good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
Current CPR certification.
Valid California driver’s license and an automobile in good working order, insured according to organization requirements.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage at all times.
Have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy as directed by a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care and the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Treat patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
Direct and assist patients with active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfers, and prosthetic training.
Use physical agents, including heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound, and massage.
Observe and report patients’ reactions to treatment and changes in condition to the physical therapist and organization personnel.
Instruct patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Maintain clinical and conference notes for incorporation into patient clinical records within prescribed time frames.
Participate in organization home care team meetings and the in-service education program.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Adhere to company attendance and reliability guidelines.