Physical Therapy Assistant

Ambitions Home Health; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambitions Home Health in Anaheim, CA seeks a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide PT services under the direction of a physical therapist and within the physician's plan of care.

You will guide patients through exercises, apply modalities, educate on use of assistive devices, and maintain accurate records while collaborating with the home health team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with an Associate’s degree approved by the APTA.
• CPR certification current and valid.
• Current state license or certification as required by California law.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy under supervision of a PT per plan of care.
• Treats patients to relieve pain and restore function and maximize performance.
• Directs and assists patients in therapeutic exercises and gait training.
• Uses modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation and massage.
• Monitors patient response and reports changes to the PT.
• Instructs patients in use of assistive devices (braces, canes, wheelchairs).
• Maintains clinical records and notes within prescribed timeframes.
• Participates in team meetings and inservice education; performs additional duties as assigned.

Education

Associate degree in PTA program (AS or AS) approved by APTA

Job description

Job Title/Position: Physical Therapy Assistant

Reports To: Physical Therapist or Rehab Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.