Physical Therapy Assistant- Full Time

Mariner Healthcare; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariner Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support a licensed physical therapist in delivering patient care. The role involves executing the treatment plan and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, teaching exercises, and assisting with orthotic or prosthetic devices as needed. Strong documentation skills and adherence to policies are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate Degree from an APTA-accredited program.
• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Documents resident progress toward established goals.
• Teaches exercises to residents, families, and caregivers and may instruct on orthotic, prosthetic devices and other assisting apparatus.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state/federal regulations.

Skills

Direct patient care

Documentation

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Licensed PTA

Job description

SUMMARY

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.
• Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program
• Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant

Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.