PTA: Flexible, Collaborative Geriatric Rehab

Desert Springs Post Acute; Palm Desert (CA); Vor Ort; USD 47.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Continuing education opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Desert Springs Post Acute, soon to be Willow Springs Healthcare Center, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team in Riverside County, CA. The PTA will implement individualized treatment plans under a licensed Physical Therapist, focusing on mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

The role requires CA PTA licensure, CPR preferred, and strong communication in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current California PTA license in good standing.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Skilled nursing facility experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Aufgaben

• Carry out treatment programs established by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and functional mobility interventions.
• Monitor resident response to treatment and report progress to supervising PT.
• Accurately complete required documentation and treatment records.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, therapy team members, physicians, and other disciplines to promote optimal resident outcomes.
• Educate residents and families on treatment plans and home exercise programs as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with facility, regulatory, and professional standards.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Ausbildung

Accredited PTA program

Tools

CPR Certification

Jobbeschreibung

Desert Springs Post Acute, soon to be Willow Springs Healthcare Center, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team in Riverside County, CA. The PTA will implement individualized treatment plans under a licensed Physical Therapist, focusing on mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

The role requires CA PTA licensure, CPR preferred, and strong communication in a fast-paced team environment.