Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care

01 Kaweah Delta Health Care District; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, California, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver patient-centered rehabilitation services in a dynamic hospital setting. You will work under the supervision of a licensed therapist to implement treatment plans, document progress, and ensure safety during daily activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, adherence to regulatory standards, and support for patients across a range of ages.

Qualifications

• CA Physical Therapy Assistant certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Pass annual competency assessment conducted by a physical/occupational therapist.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner with progress toward functional goals.
• Plan and implement treatment programs per physician orders and supervising therapist.

Education

CA Physical Therapy Assistant certification

BLS certification

Job description

About Kaweah Health

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care. It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do — in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.

Work Shift

Day - 8 Hour or less Shift (United States of America) Department 7770 PT-KHMC

Benefits Eligible / Not Eligible

Benefits Eligible Not Benefits Eligible

Qualifications

License /Certification Required: CA Physical Therapy Assistant certification BLS

Job Responsibilities

• Essential Must pass an annual competency assessment conducted by a physical/occupational therapist.


• Completes documentation in a timely manner, with clear indications of progress towards functional goals.


• Plans individual treatment program following physician’s orders.


• Implements individual treatment plan as defined by supervising therapist.


• Provides instruction to team regarding patients functional needs as needed.


• Contacts the supervising therapist for changes in treatment plan and program.


• Trains patient and/or patient’s family/caregiver regarding patients care need during functional daily activities.


• Secures equipment for patients use in all settings, and makes necessary fitting adjustments.


• Completes daily charges.


• Participates in continuing education to remain current in new treatment procedures, active in providing in-services to department staff.


• Meets/exceeds productivity requirement.


• Services provided are age appropriate.


• Therapists providing services to infants, children, and adolescents will ensure that treatment includes modalities and equipment appropriate to the developmental level of the patient.


• Attends required meetings for the department and Kaweah Health.


• Meets or exceeds requirements for the given practice settings set forth by appropriate regulatory bodies (Joint Commission, CDPH, CMS, etc.).


• Additional Assists with day to day operations of the department as needed.


• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.


• Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs.


• Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Range

Pay Range $42.50 -$42.50

Company Culture

If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong. Keep growing your career! Kaweah Health is committed to a culture that delivers personal, professional, and compassionate experiences for every person, every time.