Physical Therapist Assistant

Crossroads-Home-Health-and-Hospice; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossroads-Home-Health-and-Hospice in Oakland, CA is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide licensed physical therapy services under the direction of a Physical Therapist.

You will implement plans of care, assist patients with therapeutic exercises, modalities, and functional training, and document patient progress in the medical record. The role requires state licensure or certification and a valid CPR card, with a focus on patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with an Associate’s degree approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• CPR certification must be maintained.
• Must be a licensed driver with a reliable, insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy under the direction of a physical therapist according to the plan of care.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Aids patients in therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional activities.
• Utilizes physical agents such as heat, cold, water, ultrasound, and massage as directed.
• Observes patient responses and reports changes to the physical therapist.
• Instructs patients in care and use of mobility aids and devices.
• Maintains clinical documentation within prescribed timeframes.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team and quality improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's degree in science or applied science (PTA)

CPR certification

Current state license/certification

Licensed driver with insured automobile

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Full Time Professional Oakland, CA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 6416

Job Title/Position: Physical Therapy Assistant

Reports To: Physical Therapist or Rehab Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The physical therapy assistant, contract or employed, provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the individualized plan of care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the plan of care and within the scope of the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Participates in interdisciplinary group and Organization Inservice Education Program.
• Participates in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc. Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(8).
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order