Physical Therapy Assistant

AvaMed, Inc; Fowler (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AvaMed Workforce is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a Full-Time assignment at a facility in Fowler, CA. Schedule is Monday - Friday 7am - 4:30pm, rate is $50/hr with weekly pay.

Responsibilities include assisting the Physical Therapist, implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and educating patients on exercises and safety. Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team is essential to ensure patient outcomes and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, gait, endurance, mobility, and functional independence.
• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions in accordance with the Physical Therapist's plan of care.
• Treat patients recovering from orthopedic injuries, joint replacements, neurological conditions, and other illnesses affecting mobility and function.
• Observe, document, and communicate patient progress, treatment responses, and changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in compliance with Medicare guidelines, facility policies, and state and federal regulations.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, mobility techniques, fall prevention, and safe use of assistive devices.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment environment while ensuring therapy equipment is used appropriately.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection prevention standards, and all applicable federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Physical Therapist or Rehabilitation Director.

Job description

AvaMed Workforce is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs healthcare providers all over California. At the moment we are in need of a Physical Therapy Assistant to take on a Full-Time assignment at a facility located in Fowler, CA.

Position Details:

40 Hours per week

Location: Fowler, CA

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7am - 4:30pm

Rate: $50/hr

Weekly Pay

Job Description:

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance, gait, endurance, mobility, and functional independence.
• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions in accordance with the Physical Therapist's plan of care.
• Treat patients recovering from orthopedic injuries, joint replacements, neurological conditions, and other illnesses affecting mobility and function.
• Observe, document, and communicate patient progress, treatment responses, and changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in compliance with Medicare guidelines, facility policies, and state and federal regulations.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, mobility techniques, fall prevention, and safe use of assistive devices.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment environment while ensuring therapy equipment is used appropriately.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection prevention standards, and all applicable federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Physical Therapist or Rehabilitation Director.