Physical Therapist Assistant

Heritage Manor Care; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Manor Care is seeking a licensed or certified Physical Therapy Assistant to join our post-acute care team in Fontana, CA. You will assist the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-focused therapy services in a residential/skilled nursing setting.

Responsibilities include documentation, care planning participation, and coordination with the Rehab team. CPR certification and state licensure as required will be maintained. Prior PTA experience in long-term care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required in Physical Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy services under supervision of PT as per patient Plan of Care.
• Assists PT with changes in treatment or condition and documents accordingly.
• Assists in daily notes, progress notes, discharge summaries, and monthly reports.
• Submits billing, payroll and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and team members.
• Attends continuing education to stay current with clinical skills.

Education

Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview

We provide PT, OT, ST services in post-acute settings and are looking for talented, dynamic clinicians with passion to join our team. If you are passionate and committed to providing excellence with collaborative spirit, we want to meet you. We take pride in providing a workplace where people enjoy coming to work and can reach their career goals.

Responsibilities

• Provides Therapy services established by the Physical Therapist (PT) in the patient Plan of Care.
• Provides therapy services under the supervision of a PT as determined by the Registered Therapist and in compliance with State and Federal guidelines.
• Consults with PT regarding changes in treatment or condition in a timely manner.
• Aids in documentation including daily notes and assisting the PT to create progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as needed.
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques.
• Participates in care planning meetings, rehab meetings and family training to communicate patient progress as requested by PT, Director of Rehab or Rehab Resource Consultant.
• Follows organizational and facility policies and procedures to ensure employee and patient safety.
• Ensures equipment is in good working order prior to providing care to patients and follows procedures for reporting damaged equipment.
• Maintains a clean environment.
• Attends required meetings, in-services and functions as designated by the Director of Rehab and/or the Rehab Resource Consultant.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by the appropriate state agency.

Requirements

• Minimum of Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensure/Certification

• Licensure or Certification as required by State guidelines.
• CPR Certification.

Experience

• 1 year Physical Therapy Assistant experience preferred.
• 1-2 years experience in a residential/ assisted living or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Graduates in Physical Therapy Assistant program will be considered.