Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA

Sweetwater Care; Clearlake (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefit

Job summary

Meadowood Nursing Center is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join a close-knit in-house therapy team. The role supports patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and collaborates with the IDT in a busy rehab department.

Open to therapists at all experience levels, with opportunities to contribute to program development and patient progress documentation. Flexible scheduling and team-centric environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant credential required.
• Open to therapists at all experience levels.
• Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and document progress.
• Maintain treatment area and assist in department upkeep.
• Participate in patient care and rehabilitation conferences.
• Record treatment charges per facility policy.
• Educate families and nursing staff on maintenance programs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation/writing

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Meadowood Nursing Center has openings to join an in-house Therapy Team!

What Sets Us Apart

We are an in-house, close-knit therapy team who addresses patient needs and collaborates well with our IDT. Enjoy a fun work atmosphere, a diverse patient population, and the opportunity to create and implement the programs that will best serve the needs of your patients. Our team has a family feel and all members are appreciated, seen, and heard.

Job Type:

Full-time/ Part-time/ PRN

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement benefit

Responsibilities:

• Treat patients as directed by the Physical Therapist and adhere to facility documentation guidelines
• Record treatments given and progress notes in medical record
• Assist in maintaining department
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
• Participate in training programs for other staff in the facility
• Record treatment charges per the facility policy and procedures
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program

Experience/Qualifications:

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

This position is open to therapists at all experience levels.

Desired Skills:

• Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process
• Superior interpersonal communication skills
• Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide
• Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice
• Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity
• Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence
• Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department