Physical Therapy Assistant

Ambitions Home Health, Inc; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health company is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide essential therapy services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, maintaining clinical records, and participating in team meetings. Candidates should hold an Associate’s degree in an accredited program and possess current CPR certification, along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Must possess current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with an insured automobile.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist.
• Directs patients in therapeutic exercises and observes reactions to treatment.
• Maintains necessary clinical records and participates in team meetings.

Skills

Patient care

Physical therapy techniques

Communication

Record-keeping

Education

Associate’s degree in science or applied science from an accredited program

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.