Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

1 Legacy, Inc; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility in Bakersfield is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team. The role involves working under a licensed physical therapist to provide rehabilitative services to patients. Candidates must graduate from an APTA accredited program and have a California state license. CPR certification is also required. The position offers an opportunity to assist patients in recovering to their maximum functional capabilities while providing a range of therapeutic interventions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school.
• State License/registration in California required.
• CPR and basic lifesaving skills certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care under supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Assist patients in achieving maximum functional performance.
• Deliver care interventions and therapeutic modalities.

Skills

Patient care

Rehabilitative services

Technical skills

Education

Graduate of APTA accredited school

Job description

A great Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) is looking for an experienced, hard-working Physical Therapist Assistant to join their growing team in Bakersfield, CA.

The PTA works under the direction of a Physical Therapists. Licensed physical therapist assistants possess a great deal of responsibility in providing treatment and rehabilitative services to patients who have experienced injury or disabling disease.

Job Description

• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act
• Assist patients in reaching his/her maximum functional performance while learning to live within his/her capabilities
• Uses technical skills to deliver care interventions and therapeutic modalities
• Provide patients with exercises, massages, electrical stimulation, paraffin baths, hot and cold packs, traction and ultrasound, among other assigned dutie

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy
• State License/registration in California
• CPR and basic lifesaving skills certification

Additional Information

We are looking for exceptional healthcare professionals. For more information on this position contact Teuila Palm 1 Legacy HCR 951-251-0997