Physical Therapy Assistant- PRN

Country Hills Post Acute; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to patient rehabilitation. As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering quality care, supporting patients' recovery, and collaborating with a skilled team. This position involves direct patient interaction, assisting with treatment plans, and contributing to a positive environment. Your expertise will help shape the recovery journeys of individuals, ensuring they receive the best possible support. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must maintain licensure in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts like fractions and percentages.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by the Physical Therapist and record treatment notes.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the treatment area.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer skills (data entry)

Ability to understand technical procedures

Education

Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Description

Treat patients as directed by the Physical Therapist. Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes in accordance with PT Board standards. Assist in maintaining the department and participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed. Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the treatment area. Follow physician treatment plans when treating patients. Support the nursing department with training Restorative Aides. Communicate patient progress, issues, and plans with supervisors and healthcare team members. Participate in in-service training programs for staff. Record treatment modifications per policies and procedures. Instruct patients’ families and nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Report equipment issues to ensure maintenance of department tools. Demonstrate the ability to relate positively and effectively with patients, families, staff, and colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

This position is non-supervisory.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Proficient in computer skills, including data entry into programs like Casamba and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read and understand technical procedures, policies, and manuals.
• Effective communication skills with managers, coworkers, and families.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret various instructions.
• Maintain licensure in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting.
• Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Frequent talking and hearing; frequent tasting and smelling.
• Ability to exert significant force to move objects.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Visual acuity for close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Work Environment

Typically low to moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations provided for disabilities. The duties may be reassigned or modified as needed.

Additional Information

Management reserves the right to change duties and responsibilities. This description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.