Geriatric PTA: Compassionate Rehab with Great Benefits

Salgado-LLC; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Relocation assistance may be available

Bonus and equity participation

Job summary

Salgado-LLC is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our growing team in a clinical setting. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to provide restorative care that enhances independence and quality of life for geriatric patients, both in clinic and in home visits.

Responsibilities include administering treatment programs, taking vital signs, ROM, and strength tests, and coordinating schedules and billing with the care team.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
• Valid PTA license (or proof of license eligibility) in the state of practice.
• Degrees earned outside the U.S. must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in Physical Therapy Assistant studies.
• At least 1-2 years of experience as a PTA in a clinical setting; experience with frail or elderly populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer patient treatment programs as established by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist with obtaining vital signs, range of motion, and strength testing.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to implement individualized treatment plans.
• Coordinate scheduling for patient treatments, clinical visits, and related billing.
• Deliver and document physical therapy interventions, including active and passive exercise, gait training, functional ADL training, and therapeutic treatments such as massage, heat, sound, water, light, or electrical stimulation.
• Provide support in end-of-life care coordination as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Salgado-LLC is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our growing team in a clinical setting. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to provide restorative care that enhances independence and quality of life for geriatric patients, both in clinic and in home visits.

Responsibilities include administering treatment programs, taking vital signs, ROM, and strength tests, and coordinating schedules and billing with the care team.