Physical Therapy Assistant: Part Time

Compassionate Care Home Health Agency•Bakersfield, CA

3d•$55

About The Position

Are you looking for a place where you can make a genuine difference in people’s lives? Search no further! Compassionate Care Home Health Agency has five office locations (Fresno, Visalia, Modesto, Merced, and Bakersfield) and services eight counties throughout the Central Valley (Stanislaus, Mariposa, Merced, Madera, Fresno, Tulare, Kings, and Kern) - and we’re growing fast! Our top priority is maintaining our culture of respect and love for our patients and team, alike. Our commitment to our core values allows us to be a provider and employer of choice. We understand that our employees are key to providing quality care and are our most important resource. We actively seek career-oriented individuals, to whom we offer job security and upward mobility when appropriate - based on merit and performance. We proudly employ an accomplished team of professionals and our team is as diverse as the communities we serve, representing different ethnicities, religions, ages, national origins, and sexual orientations. Join us today and grow with us! We are currently seeking to fill the Physical Therapy Assistant position in Tehachapi and Surrounding Areas . -Compensation: -Hourly and Paid Per Visit (PPV) hybrid model (negotiable: based on experience, skill level, availability, etc). -Salary option available, as well. -Opportunity to accumulate overtime. This is a very fast paced position within a bustling business that requires attention to detail. Phone calls are the number one priority second to receiving guests and accommodating office staff. There are a variety of other clerical tasks aside from the incoming calls and guests. As a receptionist, you are the first point of contact and the face/voice of our company. JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The physical therapy assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
Current certification or license as required by state law.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skill
Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
Has three (3) years nursing experience.
Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
Currently licensed as a licensed practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse in the state.

Responsibilities

Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient's condition.
Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization In-service Education Program.
Performs other duties as assigned.