Physical Therapist Assistant

Heritage Manor Care; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in California is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver quality therapy services in post-acute settings. The ideal candidate should possess an Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant and a commitment to collaborative care. Responsibilities include providing therapy services, consulting with PTs regarding patient progress, and participating in care planning. This position values ongoing education and requires relevant licensure. Competitive compensation and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Licensure or Certification as required by State guidelines.
• CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy services established by the Physical Therapist in the patient Plan of Care.
• Consults with PT regarding changes in treatment or condition.
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical therapy techniques

Team collaboration

Education

Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

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 great pride in providing a workplace where people enjoy coming to work and enable them to 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.
• Appropriately and effectively completes 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 in order 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. 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 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.