PTA- Physical Therapy Assistant

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviara Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to enhance patient quality of life through effective treatment plans. The role involves collaboration with licensed professionals, timely documentation, and providing compassionate care, suitable for individuals passionate about rehabilitation in a healthcare setting.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, active license as PTA in good standing.
• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress.

Responsibilities

• Implement and execute established patient treatment plans under supervision.
• Provide timely documentation as per facility and insurance requirements.
• Enhance clinical and professional skills through knowledge and associations.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant Curriculum

Job description

Aviara Healthcare Is looking for a compassionate, committed, and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team!

Purpose: To aid in the process of maximizing patrons' quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, diagnosis, treatment or intervention, and rehabilitation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement and execute on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a LPT.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements and physician treatment plan.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Communicates with patients, families and other clinical staff of treatment variations.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Current, active license as PTA in good standing
• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant Curriculum

Physical Capacities : (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Continuous bending, squatting, twisting and reaching.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which includes an annual TB screening and physical examination.
• Must be able to stand for and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Requires infrequent lifting of weight up to 100+ pounds with assistance.
• Frequent pushing and pulling of carts and transporting residents.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

Environmental conditions: Inside work, normal temperatures, some noise, occasional fumes/odors, and potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Aviara Healthcare Center is an equal opportunity employer, in accordance with anti-discrimination laws. Aviara Healthcare Center prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Aviara Healthcare Center conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Job Type: Full Time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Work Location: In person