Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

Rehab Without Walls® Neuro Rehabilitation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,348 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Paid per hour

Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement

Educational Programs

Growth/Advancement Opportunities

No Weekends or Holidays

Job summary

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation in San Diego, CA invites a Physical Therapist Assistant to join a team delivering functional rehabilitation in real-life settings, including home, school, and community environments.

The PTA will work autonomously within a collaborative team of therapists, with opportunities for growth, paid hourly compensation, and travel reimbursement. No weekends or holidays required, with flexible scheduling created by you.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted PTA license in the practicing state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of one year PTA experience preferred.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques for neurological injury is preferred.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Confers with Physical Therapist regularly regarding patient’s plan of treatment and progress.
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment and treatment areas.
• Reports any problems with department equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Communicates patient needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and secures adaptive equipment as needed.
• Maintains patient treatment and billing documentation per company and regulatory requirements.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct and applicable state/federal laws and policies.
• Participates in staff development and continuing education.

Skills

Communication

Autonomous work style

Documentation skills

Education

PTA license (state)

Job description

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation

Join Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation as we expand in San Diego, CA!

Who we are looking for:

• An experienced PTA, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the community
• You are ready to treat your client beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in their kitchen, navigating grocery stores, restaurants, outdoor activities, and the workplace
• You thrive in an autonomous setting, and value being a part of a collaborative team of dynamic therapists

What you will receive:

• Flexible Schedule Created by You
• Paid per hour (not just per visit)
• Driving, Travel, Mileage Reimbursement
• Educational Programs
• Growth/Advancement Opportunities
• No Weekends or Holidays Required

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Physical Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment
• Confers with Physical Therapist regularly regarding patient’s plan of treatment, status of progress toward goals, questions and concerns
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment, treatment and department areas
• Reports any problems with department equipment to the appropriate personnel to ensure that it is maintained in good working order
• Communicates patient’s needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function. Incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehabilitation program
• Maintains and submits patient treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations
• Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state in which practicing
• Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, in accordance state regulations
• A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail

Salary Range: USD $38.00 - $45.00 / Hour