Physical Therapist Assistant

Generations Healthcare; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Generations Healthcare English Oaks Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Modesto, CA seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team on a full-time, part-time, or per diem basis. The PTA assists in providing quality patient care under licensed therapists and supports treatment plans.

Responsibilities include implementing plans, communicating with patients and families, documenting visits, and maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum.
• Unencumbered practice allowed.
• In good standing with regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
• Full knowledge of residents' rights.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Able to multitask across responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Implements and executes patient treatment plans under supervision of a therapist.
• Communicates with patients, families, physicians and team members.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and associations.
• Communicates treatment variations to patients and staff.
• Documents as required by insurers to meet regulatory and treatment plans.
• Supports department operations and development.
• Reports changes in patient status to supervising therapist promptly.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Multitasking

Education

Graduate of an approved PTA curriculum

Job description

English Oaks Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a Generations Healthcare facility, is in search of a Physical Therapist Assistant (full-time, part-time or per diem) to join our team. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility has an outstanding reputation in the healthcare industry with a high rating for quality patient care. We are committed to providing kind, competent and compassionate services to those entrusted to our care and an enjoyable work environment for our staff. If you are passionate about therapy and helping residents meet their full potential, then this is the right place for you.

Job Description:

The primary role of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is to assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a therapist.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Communicates with patients, families and other clinical staff of treatment variations.
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification regulatory, reimbursement requirements and physician treatment plan.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.

Benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary, rewarding healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum.
• Is able to practice unencumbered.
• Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
• Full knowledge of resident’s rights.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Able to work on multitasks at the same time

Generations Healthcare’s Mission:

Generations Healthcare was founded upon the belief that caring for the sick, the elderly, and the infirm is a special and sacred stewardship. It is our mission to have this belief reflected in everything we do: in the presentation of our homes, in the professionalism of our staff, and in the daily delivery of care to our residents and their families. It is our purpose that whoever enters a Generations home will be met with kindness, competence, and compassion. We invite you to make a difference in the lives of others and our residents, who represent a Lifetime of Memories, a Lifetime of Care, and a Lifetime of Love.

Pay Range: $40.00 - $47.00 per hour