Mobile Physical Therapy Assistant — Flexible, Part-Time

Active-Health-Services; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Job summary

Active-Health-Services seeks a Part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver PT services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist at patient sites on the road. The role focuses on reducing pain, restoring function, and maximizing mobility through therapeutic exercises and patient education.

The candidate must hold an accredited PTA degree, maintain current CPR certification, and possess a valid driver’s license with adequate auto insurance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in exercises, gait, transfer, and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents (heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound, massage).
• Observes and reports patient progress and changes to the PT and organization staff.
• Instructs patients in use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Maintains clinical notes and records within required timeframes.
• Participates in home care team meetings and in-service education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Active listening

Education

Associate’s degree in physical therapy assisting (APTA-approved)

Current CPR certification

Job description

Active-Health-Services seeks a Part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver PT services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist at patient sites on the road. The role focuses on reducing pain, restoring function, and maximizing mobility through therapeutic exercises and patient education.

The candidate must hold an accredited PTA degree, maintain current CPR certification, and possess a valid driver’s license with adequate auto insurance.