Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health®; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Disability

Tuition & 401(k)

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kindred Hospital - San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our clinical team. You will work under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist and deliver occupational therapy modalities according to the treatment plan to restore function.

Qualified candidates hold current COTA licensure and BLS/CPR certification, with prior patient care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of an Occupational Therapist, implement treatment programs.
• Assess patient needs and adjust treatment based on progress.
• Document care per hospital policy and state practice acts.
• Observe progress and report changes to the supervising OTR/L.
• Coordinate with support staff on treatment orders as directed.
• Conduct group sessions for stroke, SCI, BI as appropriate.

Skills

Patient care experience

Education

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital - San Francisco Bay Area

Job Type: PRN

Hourly range: $35-48/hr

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapy Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant functions under the direct supervision of the Occupational Therapist and as directed by a licensed physician, is responsible for a specific patient's care. The COTA assumes responsibility and accountability for providing occupational therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by a treatment plan established by an Occupational Therapist in order to restore function and prevent disability following patient illness or injury. The COTA carries out these responsibilities in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies while maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care.

• Under guidance of supervising OTR/L: Acquires pertinent information and implements comprehensive program using varied techniques and treatment activities; reviews and modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; identifies equipment and discharge needs.


• Is aware of patient injury/diagnosis and takes all necessary precautions for observing indications and contradictions.


• Provides treatment to diverse diagnostic populations and completes supporting documentation according to hospital policy and State Practice Act.


• Observes treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals and recommends change to the supervising OTR/L, if needed.


• Communicates collaborates with support personnel regarding treatment orders as directed by the supervising OTR/L.


• Conducts the class/group situations (stroke, SCI, BI) as appropriate.

What We Offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.


• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.


• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Qualifications And Requirements

• Current state licensure/certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.


• Previous experience in the care of patients preferred.


• Current BLS/CPR.

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.