Physical Therapy Assistant - Skilled Nursing Rehab Role

Lodi Creek Post-Acute; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

PTO

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Job summary

Lodi Creek Post-Acute in Lodi, CA, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our dedicated healthcare team. The PTA will assist Physical Therapists, guide patients through exercises, and help evaluate progress to optimize treatments for residents in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate’s degree or PTA certificate and a PTA license. Preference given to candidates with skilled nursing experience and a strong commitment to compassionate care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or PTA certificate required.
• License to practice Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• Experience in PTA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapists in providing PT treatments and procedures.
• Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients with exercises or activities.
• Observe and document patient responses and progress for PT review.
• Coordinate with PT and staff to plan, modify, and coordinate therapy.
• Communicate treatment plans to caregivers and family members.
• Assist in transporting and positioning patients for therapy.
• Apply manual therapy, modalities, and assistive devices as directed.
• Record equipment use and treatment administration; monitor safety.

Skills

Patient care

Treatment planning

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree or PTA certificate

PTA license to practice

Job description

Lodi Creek Post-Acute in Lodi, CA, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our dedicated healthcare team. The PTA will assist Physical Therapists, guide patients through exercises, and help evaluate progress to optimize treatments for residents in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate’s degree or PTA certificate and a PTA license. Preference given to candidates with skilled nursing experience and a strong commitment to compassionate care and teamwork.