Physical Therapy Assistant- Full Time

Palm Springs Healthcare Center; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Palm Springs Healthcare Center in Palm Springs, CA is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist the physical therapy team under the supervision of a licensed PT. You will provide direct treatment to residents, document progress and help patients with exercises, and instruct family members and caregivers on home routines and use of assistive devices.

This role requires an Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program and current licensure as a PTA; familiarity with state and

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an APTA-accredited program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Ability to follow a plan of care as directed by the supervising PT.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist and according to the plan of care.
• Documents resident progress toward established goals.
• Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may instruct in the use and care of orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with policy and regulations.

Education

Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program

Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant

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.