Physical Therapy Assistant- West Hollywood area

Savant Senior Living; Downey, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Savant Senior Living in Downey, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide PT services under the supervision of a licensed PT and per the physician's plan of care. The role involves direct patient care in the West Hollywood area context and requires collaboration with rehab teams.

The ideal candidate will hold an accredited PTA degree, be licensed in California, maintain CPR certification, and possess a valid driver’s license for facility visits and home care duties.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Associate’s degree in science or applied science approved by the APTA.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
• Relieves pain, develops or restores function, and maintains maximum performance.
• Guides patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises and gait training.
• Uses physical agents such as heat, cold, ultrasound, massage as prescribed.
• Maintains patient records and clinical notes within required timeframes.
• Participates in team meetings and continuing education sessions.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Associate’s degree in science or applied science (APTA approved)

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant- West Hollywood area

Job Category: Administrative

Requisition Number: PHYSI002870

Locations

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Downey, CA 90241, USA

Description

Reports To: Physical Therapist or Rehab Supervisor

Job Description Summary

The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• Approved as a physical therapist assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.

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