Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - CA

Vensure Employer Services; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Santa Monica is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. This role involves documenting patient progress, maintaining treatment areas, and educating families on care programs. Candidates must hold a valid state license, demonstrate strong communication skills, and be comfortable utilizing electronic health record systems.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the State Board.
• Proficient in relevant documentation and electronic health record systems.
• Maintains good standing with state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer treatment as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Document daily treatment notes and maintain patient care plans.
• Educate families on patient discharge and maintenance programs.

Skills

Communication

Mathematics

Problem Solving

Technical Understanding

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant License

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer treatment as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes in accordance with PT Board requirements.
• Assist with department upkeep and participate in Rehabilitation and Patient Care Conferences as needed.
• Support treatment area maintenance and cleanliness.
• Follow physician treatment plans when working with patients.
• Help train Restorative Aides alongside the nursing department.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and the healthcare team regarding patient progress and care plans.
• Participate in in-service training for facility staff.
• Document any treatment changes per facility policies and procedures.
• Educate families or nursing staff on maintenance programs and caregiver responsibilities for patient discharge.
• Report equipment issues to ensure proper maintenance.
• Maintain a positive, effective, and professional relationship with patients, families, and staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Comfortable using electronic health record systems, such as:
  • Casamba
  • Point Click Care
• Language:
  • Ability to read and understand technical procedures and policy manuals.
  • Able to communicate effectively with managers, coworkers, and families.
• Mathematics:
  • Capable of applying basic mathematical concepts (fractions, percentages, ratios).
• Reasoning:
  • Able to solve practical problems and follow instructions in various formats (written, oral, diagrams, schedules).

Physical Demands

• Very Frequent:
  • Standing, walking, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling
• Frequent:
  • Reaching with arms and hands
• Occasional:
  • Sitting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling
• Lifting/Force:
  • Up to 100 lbs occasionally, 50 lbs frequently, and 20 lbs constantly
• Vision:
  • Requires close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception with ability to adjust focus.

Education & Experience

• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the State Board.
• Not specifically required, but must be proficient in relevant documentation and systems.
• Must hold an active Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state.
• Must meet continuing education requirements per state regulations.
• Must maintain a license in good standing with the state board.