Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN)

Meraki Rehab Partners; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation and benefits

Perks and discounts for all

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation provider in Fontana is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) to join their team. The role involves providing therapy services under supervision, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and preferred experience. This full-time position offers excellent compensation and benefits, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Licensure or Certification as required by State guidelines.
• 1 year Physical Therapy Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy services under the supervision of a PT.
• Completes documentation including daily notes.
• Communicates with patients and other team members.
• Completes documentation including daily notes and assists PT to create progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as needed.
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other team members.
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques.

Skills

Therapy service provision

Patient communication

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN) role at Meraki Rehab Partners.

We provide PT, OT, ST, and RT services in post-acute settings and are looking for talented, dynamic clinicians with passion to join our team at Meraki Rehab Partners. Our name stems from a concept of having “Meraki,” which means “to put something of yourself (love, creativity, soul) in your work.” If you are passionate and committed to providing excellence with collaborative spirit, we want to meet you! We take great pride in providing a workplace where people enjoy coming to work and enable them to reach their career goals.

Our Mission, “We make a positive difference in one’s physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being through genuine partnership led by our values.”

Join our team that delivers care with Meraki!

We are seeking a per-diem PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant).

Responsibilities

• Provides Therapy services established by the Physical Therapist (PT) in the patient Plan of Care.
• Provides therapy services under the supervision of a PT as determined by the Registered Therapist and in compliance with State and Federal guidelines.
• Consults with PT regarding changes in treatment or condition in a timely manner.
• Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including daily notes and assisting the PT to create progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as needed.
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques.
• Participates in care planning meetings, rehab meetings and family training in order to communicate patient progress as requested by PT, Director of Rehab or Rehab Resource Consultant.
• Follows organizational and facility policies and procedures to ensure employee and patient safety.
• Ensures equipment is in good working order prior to providing care to patients. Follows procedures for reporting damaged equipment.
• Maintains a clean environment.
• Attends required meetings, in-services and functions as designated by the Director of Rehab and /or the Rehab Resource Consultant.
• Coordinates treatment goals with other team members.
• Maintains valid licensure, certification or equivalent as requested by appropriate state agency.

Requirements

• Minimum of Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensure/Certification

• Licensure or Certification as required by State guidelines.
• CPR Certification.

Experience

• 1 year Physical Therapy Assistant experience preferred.
• 1-2 years experience in a residential/ assisted living or skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Graduates in Physical Therapy Assistant program will be considered.

Excellent Comp and benefits for full-time associates, as well as perks and discounts for all.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Medical Practices, Hospitals and Health Care, and Veterinary Services