Physical Therapist Assistant - Walnut Creek

Impact Healthcare LLC; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Impact Healthcare LLC in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with the patient’s plan of care.

The role involves guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, applying modalities, documenting care, and collaborating with the rehab team to support functional recovery.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with an associate degree.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• CPR certification.
• Must be a licensed driver with insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct PT assistance under the direction of a licensed PT.
• Treat patients to relieve pain and restore function.
• Guide patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises.
• Utilize physical modalities (heat, cold, water, light, electrical therapy, ultrasound, massage).
• Observe and report patient responses to treatment to PT/organization staff.
• Instruct patients in use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, prosthetic devices.
• Maintain clinical notes and records per policy timelines.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team and inservice education.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

Licensed driver

Education

AS PTA degree

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Walnut Creek

Part Time Professional Oakland, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 6436

Job Title/Position: Physical Therapy Assistant

Reports To: Physical Therapist or Rehab Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The physical therapy assistant, contract or employed, provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the individualized plan of care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the plan of care and within the scope of the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
2. 2. Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
3. 3. Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
4. 4. Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
5. 5. Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
6. 6. Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
7. 7. Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
8. 8. Participates in interdisciplinary group and Organization Inservice Education Program.
9. 9. Participates in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
10. 10. Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. 1. Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc. Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(8).
2. 2. Current certification or license as required by state law.
3. 3. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
4. 4. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.