Physical Therapist Assistant, Full Time & PRN

Mission Park Healthcare Center; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Park Healthcare Center in Santa Barbara, CA, seeks a Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join the in-house rehab team. New grads welcome; PRN also needed.

The PTA provides direct PT interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and documents progress in residents’ records. You will collaborate with the rehab team to develop treatment plans, coordinate with nursing staff, and educate residents and families about care and safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program (2-year) approved by the APTA.
• Active California PTA license.
• New grads welcome; strong supervision support available.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized PTA treatments under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Record treatments and progress in medical records.
• Collaborate with Restorative Nursing and care staff.
• Educate patients, caregivers, and community partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Licensed PTA credential

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Seeking a Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join the in-house rehab team at Mission Park Healthcare, a beautiful SNF in Santa Barbara, CA! New grads welcome to apply! Supportive therapy team to work beside! PRN also needed.

The primary responsibility of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is to provide direct physical therapy interventions as planned, delegated, and supervised by the Physical Therapist. The person in this role will also record treatments given and note progress in medical records. In this role, you are entrusted to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to our residents at all times.

• Provide physical therapy individualized treatment plans and needed updates to increase client’s independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with physician’s orders
• Communicate changes in resident’s condition
• Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation
• Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff
• Provide education and training to patient, caregiver, and community partners
• Ensure compliance with all community mandatory education, training and competence programs
• Perform screening rounds as directed by Director of Rehabilitation to assess for client needs and environmental safety
• Provide recommendations to Director of Rehab and other team members opportunities for business improvement, safety concerns or other update

Ability to prioritize and multi-task priorities

Detail oriented and follow through

Effective and efficient time management skills

Works well with people, including staff, residents and families

Ability to solve problems effectively

Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited 2-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association

License: Physical Therapy Assistant License (required)