PTA: Rehab & Mobility Specialist

Sweetwater Care; Fowler (CA); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Fowler Care Center is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support our rehabilitation team under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA will provide skilled services to help patients regain strength, mobility and independence in a collaborative skilled nursing environment.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited PTA program, hold a California license, and have CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Current and unrestricted California PTA license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• SNF/rehabilitation/post-acute care experience preferred; new graduates welcome.
• Knowledge of physical therapy principles, rehab techniques, therapeutic exercises, and mobility training.
• Strong observation, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with PTs, physicians, nursing staff and the interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, dependable and patient-centered care.

Responsabilités

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment plans to improve strength, mobility and independence.
• Provide skilled PT interventions according to the plan of care.
• Treat patients recovering from orthopedic injuries, joint replacements, neurological conditions, and other mobility impairments.
• Observe, document and communicate patient progress and changes to the supervising PT.
• Complete accurate documentation in compliance with Medicare guidelines and facility policies.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, mobility techniques and fall prevention.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, physicians and other team members to promote outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized treatment environment and equipment use.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure HIPAA and infection prevention standards are followed.

Description du poste

Fowler Care Center is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support our rehabilitation team under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA will provide skilled services to help patients regain strength, mobility and independence in a collaborative skilled nursing environment.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited PTA program, hold a California license, and have CPR/BLS certification.