Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)-Part Time Days

Palmdale Regional Medical Center; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision plan

401(k) matching

Student loan program

Career development

Job summary

Palmdale Regional Medical Center in Palmdale, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to administer prescribed modalities and participate in the patient care program. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to restore function and prevent disability after injury or illness.

The role requires an AA degree, a California PTA license, and current BLS certification. Applicants should have strong communication skills and be comfortable with clinical documentation.

Qualifications

• One (1) year experience as a physical therapy assistant in an acute care facility preferred.
• Completion of A.A. degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current California license as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• BLS (AHA) current certification.
• Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.
• Basic organizational and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy modalities and interventions prescribed by a licensed physician.
• Implements patient care program designed by the physical therapist, including exercises and mobility training.
• Maintains communication with patient/family and healthcare team regarding progress and discharge.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

AA degree approved by APTA

CA PTA license

BLS (AHA) certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Opened in 2010, Palmdale Regional Medical Center is a 184-bed, acute care hospital located in Palmdale, CA. One of Southern California's newest hospitals and featuring all-private patient rooms, Palmdale Regional provides high-quality, award-winning patient care to residents and visitors of the Antelope Valley and surrounding areas. Palmdale Regional is active in the community and regularly participates with the Antelope Valley Board of Trade/Greater Antelope Valley Economic Alliance (now AV Edge), and other civic and governmental groups. Palmdale Regional believes in "Community Service Excellence" and supports nonprofit agencies and other healthcare related organizations.

Palmdale Regional recently joined the newly created regional brand, Southwest Healthcare. This comprehensive network of care incorporates five hospitals in the southern California region and includes multiple convenient ambulatory locations serving many communities. With more than 7,000 skilled and talented care providers across the region, all dedicated to the highest standards, the shared goal is to provide convenient access to a wide range of healthcare services. Learn more: www.SouthwestHealthcare.com. For more information on Palmdale Regional, please visit www.palmdaleregional.com and follow Palmdale Regional Medical Center on social: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube

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Physical Therapist Assistant

Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities and interventions prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers treatments and physical agents to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Develops self professionally, supports and participates in departmental operations and development.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Preparatory Data Gathering - Obtains appropriate physician order. Reviews patient's records and test results. Confers with physician, nursing and other members of the health care team, as needed.
• Treatment - Accurately implements the patient care program designed by the physical therapist or components thereof in a setting appropriate to the patient’s disability, age and psychosocial needs. Performs such activities as passive, active and resistive exercise, general conditioning, mobility and gait training and modalities. Exhibits respect for the needs of the patient and family. Exhibits good judgment in evaluating treatment techniques and demonstrates accuracy in interpreting results within scope of licensure. Obtains medical history. Utilizes a comprehensive approach to patient implementation of the therapy program; assesses physical, social and environmental needs of the patient, within scope of practice. Monitors for movement toward meeting long-term and short-term goals. Discusses goals with patient/family and other health care team members. Develops innovative home programs individualized to meet the needs of the patient/family and instructs the patient and family in these programs. Applies therapeutic principles; uses appropriate knowledge and clinical judgment in observing patient’s reaction to appropriate treatments.
• Discharge - Maintains active and supportive communication with patient/family and members of the health care team, as appropriate, regarding the outcome of evaluation activities, treatment programs, clinical concerns, home care programs and other issues related to the progress and discharge of patient through the therapeutic process.

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Job Duties/Responsibilities Requirements:

• One (1) year experience as a physical therapy assistant in an acute care facility preferred.
• Completion of A.A. degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current California license as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• BLS (AHA) current certification.
• Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.
• Basic organizational and computer skills.

EEO Statement

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