Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health, Lakeport CA

Sutter Health•Lakeport, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is a State-approved professional health care worker who provides specialized tasks within the established plan of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). The PTA performs selected measurement procedures and implements treatment programs for home health and hospice patients who have been evaluated by a Physical Therapist. The PTA is responsible for documentation of patient care activities provided and performs special projects as assigned. This position is for Sutter Care at Home - Lakeside in the Lakeport area.

Requirements

Graduate of approved school for Physical Therapy Assistants, as defined by the board, with documentation of approval to practice as a PTA by the Physical Therapy Board of California
PTA-Registered Physical Therapist Assistant certification
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification
Current PPD (Purified Protein Derivative) certification
DL-Valid Drivers License Class C
AUTO-Automobile Insurance
Minimum of one year of experience in acute care, home health or community health setting
One year of experience in a home health setting
Direct patient care experience within the past five years
Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills in English (both verbal and written)
Legible handwriting for documentation of patient records in a clear and concise manner
Basic understanding of home care services, clinical standards of physical therapy care and practice, Title XXII, Medicare Conditions of Participation, JCAHO home health accreditation requirements, QI audits, infection control, and reimbursement patterns for Medicare and other payors
Ability to handle sensitive issues, conflict with or among others, respectively direct and reinforce staff efforts
Ability to effectively plan and organize and prioritize work
Ability to think critically to both effectively plan and organize department operations consistent with Sutter VNA and Hospice’s strategic and operating objectives and to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when to consult supervisor
Ability to deal with challenging work environment with time demands and occasional conflicting priorities
Must be flexible with schedule including, but not limited to, the ability to participate in on call department rotation for night and weekend coverage
Ability to be aware of surroundings and respond to emergency and/or urgent events
Ability to select and utilize patient transfer/transport equipment safely
Ability to meet productivity expectations (3-6 pt. visits per day, depending on visit type and needs)
Must be detail-oriented
Ability to assist with possibly disoriented, combative patients
Ability to work in mentally and physically demanding environment
Must have reliable transportation

Responsibilities

Provide specialized tasks within the established plan of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
Perform selected measurement procedures
Implement treatment programs for home health and hospice patients who have been evaluated by a Physical Therapist
Document patient care activities provided
Perform special projects as assigned
Maintain a positive and professional image
Demonstrate self-directed learning to meet professional development and/or license requirements
Maintain all required licensure and certifications
Meet Sutter Care at Home core competencies for position and area of specialty, as appropriate, at orientation and annually thereafter