Physical Therapist Assistant

Heritage Manor Care; Monterey Park (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Manor Care in Monterey Park, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support the rehabilitation team in delivering care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

You will implement the Plan of Care, monitor patient progress, and participate in documentation and coordination with the PT and nursing staff to ensure high-quality therapy in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

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.