Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health

Sutter Health•Saratoga, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in providing physical therapy treatments and performing procedures within a home health setting. The role involves assisting in the development of treatment plans, documenting the progress of treatment, and modifying specific treatments within the scope of the plan of care established by the supervising physical therapist, all in accordance with State laws and regulations. The incumbent must adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. The primary coverage area includes Mountain View, Palo Alto, Stanford, and Los Altos. The position may also involve serving as a clinical instructor for assigned students.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
Registered Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Auto Insurance (Department - SCAH).
Valid Driver's License (DL) (Department - SCAH).
1 year of recent relevant experience.
Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Decisive judgement and ability to work within scope of practice.
Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
Ability to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
Effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills.
Interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Responsibilities

Assists in providing physical therapy treatments and performing procedures.
Assists in the development of treatment plans.
Documents the progress of treatment.
Modifies specific treatments within the scope of the plan of care established by the supervising physical therapist.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
May serve as clinical instructor for assigned students.