Physical Therapist Assistant Unique Opportunity

Lafayette-Physical-Therapy-1; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Mentorship program

Schedule flexibility

PTO 3 weeks

PTO 4 weeks

7 holidays

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401K

CE reimbursement

Employee discounts

Direct deposit

Job summary

Lafayette Physical Therapy is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to join a private outpatient clinic serving Lafayette, CA and the eastern Bay Area. We use in-house diagnostics and MSKUS, NCS/EMG to pinpoint root causes and provide effective care.

New graduates welcome. We offer a $3,000 sign-on bonus, mentorship, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits. Join our team focused on returning patients to health and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Licensed or pending California PTA license.
• Experience with orthopedic and geriatric patient populations.
• Ability to protect patient confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong communication with patients and families required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing individualized therapy programs under supervision.
• Observe and report patient status before, during, and after therapy.
• Assist patients with prescribed exercises and activities.
• Utilize equipment and technology to aid therapy.
• Communicate therapy goals and progress to patients and families.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Confidentiality

Patient care coordination

Education

Graduation from an accredited PTA program

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

*************NOTE - This position requires a California Physical Therapist Assistant License. Please only apply if you are a licensed PTA or will be receiving your license in the near future. Thank you!

Unique Opportunity! We are looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our private outpatient clinic that uses in-house diagnostics to find root cause of conditions serving Lafayette, CA and the eastern Bay Area of California.

$3,000 Sign on Bonus!

New Graduates and Seasoned Physical Therapist Assistants welcome! Join our talented and innovative team!

Lafayette Physical Therapy is a leading provider of physical therapy, diagnostic, and wellness services. Our progressive, hands-on approach is recognized as providing exceptionally high-quality care. Our in house diagnostic services for Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSKUS), Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)/Electromyography (EMG) help us get to the root cause of pain and dysfunction quickly so we can provide more effective care and give our patients greater understanding and peace of mind.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant with a passion for delivering top-notch healthcare. If you're interested in utilizing evidence-based treatments and working alongside experienced Physical Therapists to help restore our patients' health and quality of life, then we are looking for you.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation of individualized therapy programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Observe patients before, during, and after therapy, noting patients' status and reporting to a Physical Therapist.
• Help patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care.
• Use technology and equipment to assist with therapy.
• Communicate with patients and their families regarding therapy goals and progress.

Desired qualifications:

• Valid California Physical Therapist Assistant license. (Or Pending)
• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Orthopedic and Geriatric experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive patient information with confidentiality.
• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves (Not Required):

• 2-3 years of clinical experience in physical therapy.
• Experience in out-patient physical therapy setting.
• Experience with Neurological cases.
• Experience with electronic health records and digital documentation.

Perks:

• $3,000 Sign on Bonus!
• Strong team focused on helping our community get back to health!
• Mentorship program available for new graduates through seasoned PTAs interested in honing their skillset
• Schedule Flexibility
• 3 weeks/Year Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual years 1-3 (With status of Part Time 30+ hours per week and Full Time 35+ hours per week)
• 4 weeks/Year Paid Time Off (PTO) upon completion of the 3rd year for Full Time 35+hours per week, and 5th year for Part Time 30+ hours per week.
• 7 Paid Holidays (With status of Part Time 30+ hours per week and Full Time 35+hours per week. Based on scheduled day the holiday falls on)
• Medical Benefits (With status of Part Time 30+ hours per week and Full Time 35+ hours per week)
• Dental and Vision Benefits (With status of Part Time 30+ hours per week and Full Time 35+ hours per week)
• Legal Shield and Identity Shield Voluntary employee paid plan
• 401K with company contribution (Available after 1 year)
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Regular Educational In-services and Article Reviews
• Employee Discounts on Physical Therapy, Massage Services, Wellness Services, and retail products.
• Direct Deposit