Physical Therapy Assistant- Per Diem

Palm Springs Healthcare Center; Palm Springs (CA); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Mariner Healthcare seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to work under a supervising physical therapist, assisting with treatment plans compliant with federal and state guidelines. The role involves direct patient care, assessing progress, and documenting outcomes in the chart.

The PTA will teach exercises to residents and families and may instruct on orthotic and prosthetic devices, ensuring accurate use and maintenance.

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• 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.

Ausbildung

Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program

Jobbeschreibung

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.