Physical Therapist Assistant

Heritage Manor Care; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Manor Care is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in post-acute settings. You will participate in patient progress, document care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet rehab goals.

The role requires PTA certification/education, 1 year of PTA experience preferred, and commitment to maintaining state licensure and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1 year Physical Therapy Assistant experience preferred.
• Graduate from PTA program will be considered.
• Maintain licensure/certification as required by state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy services established by the PT in the patient Plan of Care.
• Under supervision of the PT, delivers therapy and follows state/federal guidelines.
• Communicates changes in patient condition to PT promptly.
• Documents daily notes and assists PT with progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports.
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and rehab team members.
• Participates in continuing education to stay current with new clinical skills and techniques.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members and attends care planning meetings.
• Maintains a clean environment and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Skills

Physical Therapy Assistant

Education

Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

CPR Certification

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.