Physical Therapist Assistant (Pediatric)

Leaps-; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Leaps and Bounds Pediatric Therapy is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our pediatric therapy team. The role supports a multidisciplinary outpatient practice offering physical, occupational, and speech therapies in a clinical setting and on-site ranch-based hippotherapy activities.

You will work with children to achieve therapy goals, document progress, and collaborate with therapists to tailor home exercise programs.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid California PTA License.
• Pediatric experience is a plus.
• Clear Livescan and TB Test.
• CPR Healthcare Provider Card required.
• Availability must include until 6:30pm on weekdays.
• Be a strong-team player and committed to growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as outlined in the treatment plan.
• Administer physical therapy treatments and use therapeutic devices.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs.
• Maintain documentation and ensure patient confidentiality.
• Collaborate with therapists to optimize patient outcomes.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and facility policies.

Skills

California PTA license

Pediatric experience

CPR Certification

Livescan

Job description

Are you ready to have fun at work? Leaps and Bounds Pediatric Therapy is excited to find someone to join our Physical Therapy team! We support our coworkers by helping them, working together, and by creating an environment of inclusiveness and positivity.

Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy is a multidisciplinary outpatient private practice in need of a licensed Certified Physical Therapist Assistant. We are a growing and fast-paced campus that offers Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy services in a traditional clinical setting, as well as on our ranch, with the incorporation of the horse as part of a comprehensive evidence-based plan (hippotherapy.)

At Leaps & Bounds, the family is at the center of our mission, we work together to help children reach their therapy goals and improve the quality of life for our families. We celebrate all abilities and advocate for the children we serve. We are appreciative of the opportunity we have to make a positive impact on our communities by providing families with quality care.
If you are looking for opportunities of professional and personal growth, this is the place for you! We are rapidly expanding and are located in Norco & Corona! Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy provides employees with substantial support and training, including continuing education opportunities. We highly encourage collaboration between all three disciplines, to help our children reach their full potential.

Join our team! Together, we can continue to help children grow by Leaps & Bounds!

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Duties:

• Help patient accomplish goals outlined in treatment plan and effective use of therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as therapeutic exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities and in using assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administer physical therapy treatment applying physical agents, electrical stimulation.
• Evaluate effects of physical therapy treatments and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications in conjunction with primary physical therapist.
• Assure continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing assistive equipment with primary physical therapist.
• Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records, according to the law.
• Maintain patient confidence and protects clinic operations by keeping information confidential, according to the law.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection‑control policies and protocols.
• Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.

The compensation range varies based on experience, $58,240- $72,800.00/a year.

With opportunities for WEEKLY bonuses!

Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• 401k with a 4% match
• Accruing PTO
• 6 paid holidays
• Sick days
• Student Loan Reimbursement
• Productivity bonus structure
• Continuing education reimbursement.
• Weekly meetings with your supervisor and department for ongoing support and collaboration.
• There are substantial in‑house opportunities for growth and development, as well as collaboration with our dynamic team.
• Casual Fridays
• Fun company events

Requirements

• Possess a valid California PTA License
• Pediatric experience a plus!
• Clear Livescan
• TB Test
• CPR Healthcare Provider Card
• Availability must include until 6:30pm during weekdays
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility
• Be a Strong-Team Player
• Have a desire to continue to grow as a professional
• Regularly stand, bend, stoop, lift and move intermittently during shifts
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to push or pull wheeled equipment over 100lbs.

Check out our social media and see all the fun things we do:

https://www.instagram.com/leapspedstherapy/