PTA: Help Patients Rebuild Mobility & Independence

Sweetwater Care; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Visalia, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patients' recovery and rehabilitation under the supervision of licensed therapists. You will help with gait, balance, strength and mobility, and assist in implementing individualized therapy programs.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation for billing and adherence to care plans, while maintaining high professional standards and patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Physical Therapy Assistant license or certification in state of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• High School Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support care of residents to recover and rehabilitate from serious illness, injury or medical event.
• Assist in providing quality patient care under supervision of licensed therapists.
• Document all services for accurate and timely billing of therapy services.
• Ensure care follows Plan of Care, guidelines, and professional standards.
• Under supervision, develop comprehensive plans of care and individualized therapy programs.
• Identify need for referrals to other disciplines under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant license

License eligibility

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Visalia, CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patients' recovery and rehabilitation under the supervision of licensed therapists. You will help with gait, balance, strength and mobility, and assist in implementing individualized therapy programs.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation for billing and adherence to care plans, while maintaining high professional standards and patient well-being.