Physical Therapist Assistant

Ridgeway Post Acute; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay $50–$55/hour DOE

Flexible Part-Time and PRN schedules

Collaborative team environment

Modern rehabilitation facility

Job summary

Ridgeway Post Acute in California seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team on a part-time/PRN basis. Under supervision of a licensed PTA, you will deliver high-quality interventions to help residents regain strength, mobility, and independence.

You will document progress, maintain safety, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support discharge planning and family education.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license (PTA)
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• CPR certification (preferred if required by state regulations)

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist and/or Director of Rehabilitation.
• Document resident treatments, progress notes, and outcomes accurately and timely per facility policies, Medicare guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance standards.
• Participate in care plan meetings, resident care conferences, and rehabilitation team meetings as needed.
• Assist with training and education of Restorative Nursing Aides and other team members.
• Communicate regularly with the supervising Physical Therapist regarding resident progress, treatment goals, and discharge planning.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapy goals, home exercise programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention.
• Recommend and facilitate procurement of appropriate durable medical equipment (DME).
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, residents, and families to support optimal outcomes.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and facility policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Interdisciplinary care

CPR certification

Education

PTA program graduate

PTA license

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Part-Time / PRN

Why Join Ridgeway Post Acute?

• Competitive Pay: $50-$55/hour DOE
• Flexible Part-Time and PRN schedules
• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team
• Modern rehabilitation environment with state-of-the-art therapy services
• Supportive leadership and positive workplace culture
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in residents' lives every day
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Position Summary

Ridgeway Post Acute is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA will provide high-quality therapeutic interventions to help residents regain strength, mobility, independence, and quality of life.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist and/or Director of Rehabilitation.
• Document resident treatments, progress notes, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with facility policies, Medicare guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance standards.
• Participate in care plan meetings, resident care conferences, and rehabilitation team meetings as needed.
• Assist with the training and education of Restorative Nursing Aides and other team members.
• Communicate regularly with the supervising Physical Therapist regarding resident progress, treatment goals, physician updates, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary coordination.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapy goals, home exercise programs, safety techniques, fall prevention, and maintenance programs.
• Recommend and facilitate the procurement of appropriate durable medical equipment (DME), including walkers, canes, splints, grab bars, elevated toilet seats, and other adaptive devices.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, residents, and families to support optimal outcomes.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and facility policies at all times.

Qualifications

Required

• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Current CPR certification (preferred if required by state regulations)

Preferred

• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Post-Acute Care, Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, or Acute Care setting
• Knowledge of Medicare regulations, therapy documentation requirements, and rehabilitation best practices
• Experience working with geriatric and medically complex patient populations

Ideal Candidate

• Compassionate and resident-centered
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Committed to delivering exceptional clinical outcomes
• Passionate about helping residents regain independence and improve their quality of life
• Reliable, professional, and eager to contribute to a collaborative rehab team

Ridgeway Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.