PTA: Flexible Schedule, Rehab Impact

Shasta view care center; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefit

Job summary

Sweetwater Care and Rehab seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support a close-knit in-house therapy team. The PTA helps patients regain mobility, strength, and balance after illness or surgery, under the guidance of licensed therapists.

Responsibilities include documenting services, following the care plan, and assisting with referrals. A high school diploma and PTA license or eligibility are required, with benefits such as health insurance and retirement available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Must hold a PTA license or certification in the state of practice, or be eligible for licensure.
• Under supervision of licensed therapists, provide supportive patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for residents seeking short-term/transitional care with the goal to recover and rehabilitate.
• Assist in delivering quality patient care under supervision of licensed therapists.
• Document all services to ensure accurate and timely billing of therapy services.
• Ensure patient care follows the Plan of Care and meets professional standards and guidelines.
• Identify and develop care plans under supervision of a Physical Therapist and implement therapy programs.
• Refer to other disciplines as needed under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Education

High School Diploma

PTA license or certification

License eligibility

Job description

Sweetwater Care and Rehab seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support a close-knit in-house therapy team. The PTA helps patients regain mobility, strength, and balance after illness or surgery, under the guidance of licensed therapists.

Responsibilities include documenting services, following the care plan, and assisting with referrals. A high school diploma and PTA license or eligibility are required, with benefits such as health insurance and retirement available.