Perm Physical Therapist Assistant

MedCadre; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCadre is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Alameda, CA to assist with patient treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will help improve strength, mobility, balance, and functional independence through guided exercises and gait training.

You will implement treatment plans, monitor progress, educate patients on home programs, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safe and effective therapy sessions.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current PTA license or certification as applicable.
• Clinical experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and work within a healthcare team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and physical therapy interventions.
• Assist patients with mobility, balance, strength, and range-of-motion activities.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and report changes to the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients on exercises and home programs as directed.
• Assist with gait training and use of assistive devices.
• Maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation.
• Follow patient safety and infection control procedures.
• Maintain treatment equipment and a safe therapy environment.
• Collaborate with the Physical Therapist and healthcare team.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Follow treatment plans

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA will help patients improve strength, mobility, balance, and functional independence.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and physical therapy interventions.
• Assist patients with mobility, balance, strength, and range-of-motion activities.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and report changes to the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients on exercises and home programs as directed.
• Assist with gait training and use of assistive devices.
• Maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation.
• Follow patient safety and infection control procedures.
• Maintain treatment equipment and a safe therapy environment.
• Collaborate with the Physical Therapist and healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license or certification as applicable.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.