PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

California Department of State Hospitals; Napa (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of State Hospitals Napa is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join the in-patient rehabilitation team. This full-time, permanent role serves adult patients in a psychiatric facility, with duties including assessment, treatment services, and progress documentation.

You will also train unit staff to support daily living activities. New to State candidates start at the minimum for the classification; position is in-office in Napa County.

Qualifications

• Assessment and evaluation of patients in treatment.
• Provision of therapy/treatment services to patients.
• Maintain written documentation of progress in treatment.
• Provide training to unit staff to support daily living for patients.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patients and plan therapy.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions and monitor progress.
• Document progress in treatment records.
• Train unit staff to assist patients with daily living activities.

Skills

Assessment

Treatment

Documentation

Staff training

Job description

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-527112

Position #(s): 480-190-8272-903

Working Title: PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Classification: PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

$3,486.00 - $4,363.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Napa County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Job Description And Duties DSH-Napa Physical Rehabilitation Therapy Services is hiring for a Physical Therapy Assistant. This is a full time and permanent position working with adult patients in a psychiatric facility. The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to:

• Assessment and evaluation
• Treatment services
• Provide written documentation pertaining to progress in treatment
• Provide training to unit staff to support the patient in daily living

Personal Leave Program:

Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals.

For additional information please visit https://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Department Information Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.

Department Website: https://www.dsh.ca.gov