Impactful PTA: In-House Rehab Support (Part-Time)

Alvarado Care Center; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Tampico Healthcare Center in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support residents under the supervision of our Physical Therapist. The PTA will provide direct interventions, document progress in medical records, and help develop individualized treatment plans to increase resident independence and functioning.

We welcome new grads and require a current PTA license and an associate's degree in physical therapy assisting.

Qualifications

• Licensed PTA with active, unencumbered license.
• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• New grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct PTA interventions under supervision.
• Record treatments and progress notes.
• Develop and implement individualized plans to boost independence.
• Communicate changes to the care team.
• Ensure accurate billing records and documentation.
• Coordinate with Restorative Nursing and staff.
• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals.
• Contribute to safety and training initiatives.
• Perform screening rounds for patient needs.
• Suggest improvements for operations.

Skills

PTA License

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Tampico Healthcare Center in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support residents under the supervision of our Physical Therapist. The PTA will provide direct interventions, document progress in medical records, and help develop individualized treatment plans to increase resident independence and functioning.

We welcome new grads and require a current PTA license and an associate's degree in physical therapy assisting.