Physical Therapy Assistant

Newhall Avenue; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Consistent schedule

Job summary

Santa Clarita Post Acute is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our in-house rehab team. You will evaluate and treat residents to improve independence and quality of life under supervision of the Rehabilitation Director.

Responsibilities include administering treatments, documenting progress, and contributing to teaching plans while ensuring safety and adherence to clinical standards. Competitive wages and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• 1–2 years of long-term care experience preferred.
• Good physical and mental health required.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Proficient in following oral and written instructions.
• Experience in supervising responsibilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat residents with physical, cognitive, and psychosocial impairments.
• Administer treatment and rehabilitation services; conduct resident exercises.
• Follow treatment plans provided by supervising Physical Therapist.
• Evaluate treatment effects and document resident progress.
• Monitor and document resident responses to therapy.
• Contribute to teaching plans and involve family when appropriate.

Skills

CPR Certification

Licensed PTA

Long-term care experience

Lifting up to 40 lb

Good health

Supervision experience

Education

CPR Certification

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Santa Clarita Post Acute is currently seeking a full time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our growing In-House Team and assume a rewarding position in patient rehabilitation. We value our skilled rehab professionals who can guide patients through personalized therapy and provide ongoing support.

As the Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be responsible for evaluating and treating residents with physical, cognitive, and psychosocial impairments to help them achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. CPR Certification is mandatory.
2. Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant is a must.
3. Preferably 1-2 years of experience in long-term care.
4. Good physical and mental health are required.
5. Capable of meeting physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 40 pounds unassisted.
6. Proficient in following oral and written instructions.
7. Possess training, knowledge, and experience for general supervision of responsibilities.

REPORTING:

The Physical Therapist Assistant reports to the Rehabilitation Director.

JOB DUTIES:

• Fundamental understanding of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy, and physiology.
• Basic knowledge of operating, maintaining, and repairing physical therapy machines.
• Administers treatment and rehabilitation services to patients with injuries or disabilities. Conducts exercises with residents.
• Follows treatment instructions given by the supervising Physical Therapist. Adheres to physical medicine practice standards.
• Evaluates treatment effects, discusses observations with staff and Physical Therapist.
• Monitors and documents resident treatment and responses.
• Contributes to creating a teaching plan based on identified learning needs, assesses teaching effectiveness, involves family when necessary, and informs staff and Physical Therapist of outcomes.

Join our team and enjoy a range of benefits:

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Consistent schedule

We are committed to providing the highest quality care to our residents, and we believe that our therapists play a critical role in achieving this goal. We offer competitive wages and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement within our organization. If you are a passionate and dedicated physical therapy professional with experience in a healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply for this position.

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