Physical Therapy Assistant — Impactful Care, Generous PTO

Universal Health Services; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical plans

401(k) with match

Student loan program

Career development

Job summary

Palmdale Regional Medical Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to support rehabilitation services in a busy acute care setting in Palmdale, CA.

You will implement treatment plans under a licensed therapist, perform data gathering, and help patients regain function, with emphasis on safety and family involvement. California PTA license and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• One year of PTA experience in an acute care facility preferred.
• Current California license as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• BLS (AHA) certification current.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparatory data gathering: obtain physician orders and review patient records with the health care team.
• Administers treatment components under the supervising therapist, including active/passive exercises and mobility training.
• Discharge planning and home exercise program development for patients.
• Maintains patient and family communication and documents progress and outcomes.
• Assists in implementing the therapy program in a manner appropriate to patient needs.

Skills

PTA experience

Licensed PTA

BLS certified

Communication skills

Education

AA degree in PTA

Job description

Palmdale Regional Medical Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to support rehabilitation services in a busy acute care setting in Palmdale, CA.

You will implement treatment plans under a licensed therapist, perform data gathering, and help patients regain function, with emphasis on safety and family involvement. California PTA license and BLS are required.