Physical Therapist Assistant Full Time

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 91,778,000 - 128,456,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Fresno, CA seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support the supervising physical therapist by assisting with procedures and related tasks. The role requires completing an accredited PTA program, California PTA licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure within six months, and CPR certification.

Prior acute care experience is preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position offering a stable schedule and the opportunity to contribute to patient-centered care in a large health

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from accredited PTA program or equivalent per state rules.
• Current California PTA license or eligibility to obtain within 6 months.
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planned physical therapy procedures.
• Carry out prep and cleanup for therapy sessions.
• Maintain patient safety and equipment.

Skills

CPR certification

Customer service

PTA licensure CA

PTA program graduate

Acute care experience

Safety with PT equipment

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Summary: This position is responsible for assisting with physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected by the supervising physical therapist.

Requirements

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2. Successful graduation from an accredited physical therapy assistant program (unless the Physical Therapy Examining Committee has provided a qualifying opinion on equivalent training and/or experience) is required.
• 3. Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant with the State of California is required. Exception may be made for Physical Therapy Assistant Licensed Applicant with a requirement to obtain licensure within six months of hire into position.
• 4. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required.
• 5. Minimum of one year experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant is preferred.
• 6. Experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
• 7. Ability to utilize physical therapy equipment safely is required.
• 8. Ability to relate in a professional manner to patients, physicians, the public and other health care providers while demonstrating excellent customer service is required.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $32.03-$44.83

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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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

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