Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Possess a valid California PTA License
• Clear Livescan
• TB Test
• CPR Healthcare Provider Card
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility
• Be a Strong-Team Player
• Have a desire to continue to grow as a professional
• Regularly stand, bend, stoop, lift and move intermittently during shifts
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to push or pull wheeled equipment over 100lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience a plus!

Responsibilities

• Help patient accomplish goals outlined in treatment plan and effective use of therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as therapeutic exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities and in using assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administer physical therapy treatment applying physical agents, electrical stimulation.
• Evaluate effects of physical therapy treatments and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications in conjunction with primary physical therapist.
• Assure continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing assistive equipment with primary physical therapist.
• Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records, according to the law.
• Maintain patient confidence and protects clinic operations by keeping information confidential, according to the law.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• 401k with a 4% match
• Accruing PTO
• 6 paid holidays
• Sick days
• Student Loan Reimbursement
• Productivity bonus structure
• Continuing education reimbursement.
• Weekly meetings with your supervisor and department for ongoing support and collaboration.
• Substantial in-house opportunities for growth and development, as well as collaboration with our dynamic team.
• Casual Fridays
• Fun company events