Physical Therapy Assistant - VCWC (Full Time, Day)

NorthBay Healthcare Corporation•Vacaville, CA

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About The Position

At Northbay Health, the Physical Therapist Assistant administers assigned patient treatments, assists with treatment planning, prepares and transmits written and verbal communication about patient progress, and supervises students and volunteers as assigned. The position is supervised by a licensed physical therapist in accordance with departmental guidelines and regulatory standards. The assistant provides services in inpatient and outpatient settings during the assigned shift and department operating hours, including rotating weekend and holiday coverage. Duties include administering appropriate treatments, supporting discharge planning, maintaining patient records, instructing patients and caregivers, communicating with the rehabilitation team and other stakeholders, and maintaining safe treatment areas and equipment. The role also supports professional development, orientation, and student or volunteer programs as appropriate.

Requirements

Minimum Associate of Science degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current California Physical Therapist Assistant license required; applicants for a Physical Therapist Assistant license may be considered.
Current AHA or equivalent BLS certification and completion of all other annual System and department requirements, including TB and safety requirements.
Good basic clinical skills in physical therapy treatment for a wide range of physical disabilities.
Demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Knowledge of laws and regulations governing the practice of physical therapy.
Adhere to established policies and procedures and meet attendance and punctuality expectations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, which may include moderate lifting, pushing, and pulling of patients and equipment.
Availability for assigned shifts during department operating hours, including rotating weekend and holiday coverage.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in an acute hospital or outpatient clinic; new graduates will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services under a physical therapist’s supervision in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Administer modalities and procedures appropriate to patients’ learning needs and ages.
Assist the physical therapist with discharge plans.
Prepare and maintain accurate, current patient records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Instruct patients and their families or caregivers about therapy procedures, home programs, and the care and use of assistive and adaptive equipment.
Communicate with rehabilitation team members, families, physicians, and third-party payers about patient progress and program changes as appropriate.
Attend or participate in interdepartmental and intradepartmental in-services and meetings as required and appropriate.
Assist with orientation and supervision of other health care professionals as appropriate.
Participate in student intern and volunteer programs as appropriate.
Maintain clean, safe, and orderly treatment areas and equipment; report workplace safety problems or suggestions to a supervisor.
Assist with ordering, cleaning, and stocking equipment and supplies according to departmental guidelines.
Maintain effective communication with physicians, coworkers, patients, and other hospital personnel.
Support professional growth through educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops in assigned specialty areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.