Physical Therapist Assistant, Home Health, Full Time

Adventist Health; Arvin (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health in California seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide physical therapy treatments under supervision, using modalities, manual techniques and common exercises. You will guide patients through bed mobility, transfers, gait and balance activities, and may mentor staff on technical skills.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED; an associate’s/technical degree is preferred; two years of technical experience and prior therapy experience in acute care or

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent: Preferred
• Two years' technical experience: Preferred
• Experience in therapy in an acute care environment, acute therapy unit and/or outpatient setting: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy treatments using modalities, manual techniques and exercises.
• Instructs and guides patients through bed mobility, transfers, gait and balance activities.
• Maintains daily patient charts and documents interventions in the record.
• Provides education and training to patients and caregivers, adapting to learning styles.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's/Technical Degree

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our home health and hospice agencies are located throughout California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. They serve the entire community and offer personalized in-home care, and many have been recipients of Home Care Elite awards.

So whether you‘re looking for the buzz of a large city, the tranquility of nearby mountain bike trails or something in between, we encourage you to explore our organization.

Job Summary

Provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of licensed physical therapists, including the use of modalities, manual techniques and common exercise techniques. Instructs and guides patients through functional activities, such as bed mobility, transfers, gait, and balance activities. Works under minimal supervision and may mentor and train staff on technical skills.

Job Requirements

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate‘s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Two years‘ technical experience: Preferred
• Experience in therapy in an acute care environment, acute therapy unit and/or out patient setting: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Physical Therapy Assistant licensure in all applicable states of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Valid Driver‘s License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Required

Essential Functions

Performs physical therapy treatments, including the use of modalities, manual techniques and common exercise techniques. Instructs and guides patients through functional activities, such as bed mobility, transfers and gait and balance activities. Observes and follows treatment precautions as identified by physical therapists, nurses or physicians. Observes for changes in patient responses and reports changes to nurses and physical therapists in charge. Provides daily and timely patient chart documentation of interventions and services provided in the acute care setting. Documents employee and out-patient treatments, as necessary. Provides education and training to patients and caregivers, while incorporating learning style preferences. Assesses education and training responses. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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