Physical Therapy Assistant

Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley; Sun Valley (ID); On-site; USD 46,838 - 52,348; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Paid Time Off

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Flexible schedule

Job summary

A pediatric rehabilitation facility in Sun Valley is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to support children aged 0-21 in their therapy needs. Ideal candidates should possess a valid PTA license and will engage in diverse responsibilities such as providing interventions, collaborating with team members, and maintaining good communication with families. The position offers flexible hours and various benefits including paid time off and CEU reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current and valid CA PTA license is mandatory.
• Experience with pediatric population is preferred but not required.
• Comfort working as part of an interdisciplinary medical team.

Responsibilities

• Provide goal-directed and activity-oriented interventions.
• Collaborate with team members about physical therapy services.
• Maintain treatment environment and supplies.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good time management

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Current and valid CA PTA license

Physical Therapy Assistant Certificate

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Sun Valley Specialty Healthcare, Inc. / Totally Kids is a pediatric sub-acute long-term care facility and outpatient rehabilitation center that provides pediatric speech, occupational and physical therapies for children from 0-21 years. We are looking for a part‑time physical therapist assistant to join our collaborative and interdisciplinary team. Desirable candidates must have a strong work ethic, excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work well as part of a team, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Therapist Assistant Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities:

• Caseload includes children and young adults aged 0 to 21 years in an outpatient clinic and long‑term care facility.
• Provides goal‑directed and activity‑oriented intervention to promote functional mobility with an emphasis on facilitating independence, health, wellness, and enhanced quality of life.
• Builds and maintains rapport with family members and provides caregiver education as needed.
• Communicates and collaborates with team members about physical therapy services.
• Completes professional documentation according to facility policies and procedures.
• Enters appropriate billing for client services into electronic medical system.
• Maintains treatment environment and supplies to support physical therapy services.
• Develops, writes, and instructs clients and families in therapy home programs.
• Assists in orientation and training of other staff members.
• Assists in projects related to development of clinical programs and/or accomplishment of department goals.

Qualifications

• Current and valid CA PTA license
• Experience with pediatric population is highly preferred but not required
• Ability to meet deadlines; detailed and task‑oriented
• Comfort participating as part of an interdisciplinary medical team
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus but not required
• Good time management

Part‑time

• 20 hours/week with the opportunity for additional hours as caseload grows
• Hours may be split into 4‑ to 8‑hour days

Salary

$34.00 - $38.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Employee assistance program.
• Paid Time Off
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Flexible schedule.
• Paid full rate for cancels
• Paid full rate for BLS/CPR and Fire certification renewals
• CEU reimbursement for part‑time employees

License/Certification:

Physical Therapy Assistant Certificate (Required).

Work Location:

One location.