PTA - Acute/SNF Rehab Therapist (Day Shift, Union)

Sharp HealthCare; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in Chula Vista is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy care to patients under the guidance of a therapist. Key qualifications include a California PTA certification and Basic Life Support certification. Experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities revolve around documenting patient progress, implementing treatment plans, and ensuring patient safety. This role promotes involvement in departmental functions and requires good communication skills to foster a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• California Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) certification is a must.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional certification is required.
• 3 Years Experience in all aspects of physical therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy care to patients under therapist direction.
• Completes documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Implements treatment following the plan while monitoring patient progress.

Skills

Knowledge of physical therapy treatment methods

Effective professional communication skills

Ability to keep neat, accurate, concise records

Education

California Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - REQUIRED

AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - REQUIRED

Associate's Degree PTA Program

Job description

Sharp HealthCare in Chula Vista is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide therapy care to patients under the guidance of a therapist. Key qualifications include a California PTA certification and Basic Life Support certification. Experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities revolve around documenting patient progress, implementing treatment plans, and ensuring patient safety. This role promotes involvement in departmental functions and requires good communication skills to foster a collaborative environment.