Physical Therapy Assistant
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Assistant implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary physical therapist to optimize the functional abilities and skills of patient's. You will works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient. Instructs/Communicates with patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the physical therapist. You will provide timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory and reimbursement requirements and support and participate in department operations and development.
Requirements
- Graduate of an APTA accredited school physical therapy
- Current California Physical Therapy Assistant License.
- Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification, approved by the AHA.
- Demonstrates respectful conversation in tone and content.
- Assures patient privacy.
- Actively involves the parent/guardian in care/teaching.
Responsibilities
- Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary physical therapist to optimize the functional abilities and skills of patient's.
- Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
- Instructs/Communicates with patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the physical therapist.
- Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory and reimbursement requirements
- Supports and participates in department operations and development
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
- PDH Employee Discount Program, which waives applicable deductibles and coinsurance for eligible services received at Plumas District Hospital
- Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual
- Paid leave for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty
- Employer-sponsored retirement plans featuring: A 3% employer contribution
- An employer match of 50% of employee contributions, up to the plan maximum
- $20,000 in employer-paid life insurance
- Voluntary benefit options, including additional life insurance, long-term disability insurance for full-time employees, and identity theft protection
- Potential loan-forgiveness opportunities for eligible healthcare professionals
- Educational and career-development support, including Certified Medical Assistant training, an LVN-to-RN step-up program, and tuition reimbursement
- Paid sick leave, with five days awarded annually based on the employee’s anticipated work schedule
- Discounted rates at the PDH Child Care Center
- Discounted CareFlight/AirMedCare Network memberships
- Shift differentials for eligible shifts and PDH-observed holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
