Physical Therapist Assistant

Ernest Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Health is seeking a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant for Sacramento Rehabilitation Hospital. This role involves implementing patient treatment plans under supervision, with a focus on excellence in care. Candidates must possess a valid PTA license and CPR certification, alongside strong organizational and communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare plans, 401K matching, and education reimbursement opportunities.

Benefits

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options

FSA and HSA options with employer matching

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short-and-long term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition and Continuing Education reimbursement

Earned Time Off

Qualifications

• Physical Therapist Assistant licensure required.
• Basic Life Support / CPR Certification from an approved vendor needed.
• One year of direct patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under the direction of a physical therapist.
• Record patient responses to treatment and report outcomes.
• Integrate the hospital's mission into daily practices.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective organizational skills

Effective verbal communication skills

Understanding of treatment costs

General computer skills

Maintenance of confidentiality

Education

Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Basic Life Support / CPR Certification

Job description

At Sacramento Rehabilitation Hospital, we are passionate about patient care! At our 50-bed hospital, we provide specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services to our patients, serving the Greater Sacramento area. We see patients who often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions.

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, and our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals is always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside.

Employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Ernest Health provides a variety of benefits to all our employees including :

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• FSA and HSA (with employer matching) options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition and Continuing Education reimbursement
• Earned Time Off

Full-Time and Part-Time Clinical positions are also eligible for :

• Clinical Career Ladder levels
• Nursing Preceptor Programs
• CRRN or CCRN Certification Pay

Qualifications

Required Skills :

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Basic Life Support / CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications / Skills :

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including : data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and / or infection control standards.

Are you interested in relocating? Check out our other opportunities : https : / / careers.ernesthealth.com / careers-home /

We're located in the following states :

• Arizona
• California
• Idaho
• Indiana
• New Mexico
• Ohio
• South Carolina
• Texas
• Utah
• Wisconsin

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient's responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.

Posted Total Compensation

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It's not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Minimum Salary

USD $33.63 / Hr.

Maximum Salary

USD $43.72 / Hr.

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