Impactful PTA: Rehab Assistant in Skilled Care

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center in; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in California to support patient care under a Physical Therapist plan. You will document daily and weekly progress, assist with department maintenance, and participate in care conferences.

You will train families and nursing staff for discharge readiness and report equipment issues promptly. The role requires proficiency in Casamba and Point Click Care, along with the ability to read technical procedures and follow policy guidelines.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals.
• Math skills: fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.

Responsibilities

• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
• Assist in maintaining department.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.

Skills

Casamba

Point Click Care

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

PACS is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in California to support patient care under a Physical Therapist plan. You will document daily and weekly progress, assist with department maintenance, and participate in care conferences.

You will train families and nursing staff for discharge readiness and report equipment issues promptly. The role requires proficiency in Casamba and Point Click Care, along with the ability to read technical procedures and follow policy guidelines.