Orthopedic Physical Therapy Assistant - Flexible Hours

Arrowhead Orthopaedics; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Orthopaedics in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant. The role supports therapists in providing orthopedic care and patient management with emphasis on safety, privacy, and effective communication.

The PTA must hold an active PTA license and CPR certification, be proficient with computers, and comfortable using Outlook and an Electronic Medical Record system to document care and coordinate treatment.

Qualifications

• PTA license and CPR certification required.
• Skill in operating a computer as well as software programs, preferably Outlook and an Electronic Medical Record system.
• Proper phone etiquette and professional communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to physical therapist's effectiveness by identifying patient care issues; providing information and commentary; recommending options and courses of action; implementing physical therapy directives.
• Assesses patient health by interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; obtaining, updating, and studying therapy histories.
• Assesses abnormal conditions by reviewing physical therapist's interpretations of patient evaluations and test results.
• Documents patient care services in electronic medical record system.
• Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities; and in using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens; giving normal growth and development information; promoting wellness and health maintenance.
• Provides continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.

Job description

Arrowhead Orthopaedics in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant. The role supports therapists in providing orthopedic care and patient management with emphasis on safety, privacy, and effective communication.

The PTA must hold an active PTA license and CPR certification, be proficient with computers, and comfortable using Outlook and an Electronic Medical Record system to document care and coordinate treatment.