Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient Therapy Services

Tahoe Forest Health System; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 52,348 - 56,481; Full time

Job summary

Tahoe Forest Health System seeks a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support Inpatient Therapy Services in the SNF/LTC facility. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will implement modalities and treatments per the Plan of Care.

Requires CA/NV PTA licensure and NPTE, BLS certification, and an Associate Degree. Competitive pay at $38.53/hour DOE; full-time, on-site, with opportunities to collaborate across the hospital.

Qualifications

• Must hold an accredited PTA degree and NPTE licensure.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
• CA/NV PTA licensure as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a Physical Therapist, implement medically prescribed physical therapy programs.
• Effectively utilize resources to provide sensitive, personal care.
• Carry out individualized therapy programs and adjust treatments as needed.
• Collaborate with other hospital team members to meet patient needs.
• Ensure policies and safety procedures are followed.

Education

Associate's Degree in PTA

Licensed PTA (NPTE)

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient Therapy Services

This position will primarily support Inpatient Therapy Services in the SNF/LTC facility.

Bargaining Unit: Non Represented

Rate of Pay: $38.53/hour + DOE

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the manager the licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is responsible for providing patient care services consisting of implementation of modalities and treatments. These will be completed under the Plan of Care (POC) as documented by the evaluating Physical Therapist in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures and as indicated by licensing agencies in the State of practice (CA/NV). The PTA is committed to providing high quality health care services and to accommodating to the changing needs of the various communities that Tahoe Forest Hospital serves.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a Physical Therapist, implement medically prescribed physical therapy programs.
• Effectively utilize appropriate resources to ensure sensitive, personal care to individuals who require physical therapy services.
• Carries out individualized therapy programs for each patient, recommending treatment changes when appropriate.
• Collaborates with other team members and services in the hospital to assure that services and activities can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the patients.
• Assures that patients and visitors follow established policies and procedures at all times.
• Interprets physical therapy policies and procedures to patients and family members, as necessary.
• Participates in peer feedback to improve performance of line of service.
• Clinician will practice fiscal responsibility and strive to maintain minimum targeted key performance indicators as set by Director of Therapy and Clinical Manager of department.
• Extends courtesy and consideration to others in interpersonal relationships.
• Channels suggestions, criticisms, and questions to appropriate personnel.
• Seeks clarification of duties when needed.
• Participates in the quality improvement process.
• Establishes good rapport with all team members, patients and other health care providers.
• Participates in activities to meet the health needs of people locally, nationally, or globally as recommended by the APTA code of ethics.
• Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.
• Complies with System policies and procedures.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No Supervisory Responsibilities

Education: Associate's Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program, be licensed to practice and pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for Physical Therapy Assistants, administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.

• Upon Hire: BLS training will be provided in the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Basic Life Support (BLS) Entry or Prep Curriculum (depending on prior BLS certification). Within 3 months of hire into job.

Other Experience/Qualifications Required:

• California Physical Therapy Assistant license if practicing in California.
• Nevada Physical Therapy Assistant license if practicing in Nevada.
• Associate Degree from accredited PTA program.

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