Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem San Diego County

Uni Care 24/7; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision and dental

401k

Sick leave

Vacation

Holiday pay

Job summary

Uni Care Home Health, Inc. in Escondido, California seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant for per diem coverage in San Diego County.

The PTA will provide services under the supervision of a physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care, delivering individualized therapy to patients in their homes. Requirements include an accredited PTA degree, current license, CPR, and a valid driver's license with insured vehicle.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with an APTA-approved degree.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• CPR certification current.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to the directions of the physical therapist and the physician’s plan of care.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities, and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents such as heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports patient reactions and changes to the therapist and organization staff.
• Instructs patients in care and use of mobility aids and prosthetic devices.
• Maintains clinical records and notes within prescribed time frames.
• Participates in Home Health team meetings and inservice education programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR certification

PTA license

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate’s degree in PTA

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem San Diego County

Description

About Uni Care:

Uni Care provides a complete continuum of quality home care services including Home Health, Palliative Care, Hospice and Private Care. Our service area includes southern California as well as Yuma, Arizona.

Uni Care's mission has guided us for 19 years -- to provide outstanding patient care to our diverse community by utilizing effective processes and achieving great customer satisfaction within a patient-centered model of care.

Why Work for Us:

Uni Care has a positive workplace environment, diversity, strong collaboration with team members to help our clients/patients and we are hardworking individuals. Uni Care offers opportunities for professional growth and an exceptional benefit package for our full-time employees which includes options for medical insurance, vision and dental, 401k, sick leave, vacation, and holiday pay. Per diem pay range is between $54 - $60 per visit.

The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

• 1. Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• 2. Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• 3. Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• 4. Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• 5. Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.
• 6. Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• 7. Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• 8. Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
• 9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• 1. Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• 2. Current certification or license as required by state law.
• 3. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• 4. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Join Uni Care and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional care and service. We look forward to your application!

Category Healthcare

Full-Time/Part-Time Per Diem

Division Uni Care Home Health, Inc.

Location Home Health- Escondido

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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