PTA Rehab Therapist: Restore Mobility (Flexible Schedule)

Rehab Centre; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Retirement plan options

CE assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Rehab Centre in Santa Cruz is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support a skilled nursing facility's rehabilitation team. You will work under a licensed PT to advance residents' mobility, strength, balance, and independence, with opportunities for full-time, part-time, or PRN roles.

The role requires a CA PTA license and an accredited PTA program graduate, along with strong communication and documentation skills; SNF experience is preferred though new grads are welcome.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in the state of California.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.
• SNF experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct physical therapy treatments following individualized plans of care.
• Assist residents with therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility programs, and functional activities.
• Accurately document daily treatment sessions, resident progress, and responses to therapy.
• Collaborate with the Physical Therapist, therapy team, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate residents and caregivers on exercise programs, safety strategies, and mobility techniques.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations and professional standards.

Skills

CA PTA license

Strong communication

Teamwork

Documentation skills

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Rehab Centre in Santa Cruz is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support a skilled nursing facility's rehabilitation team. You will work under a licensed PT to advance residents' mobility, strength, balance, and independence, with opportunities for full-time, part-time, or PRN roles.

The role requires a CA PTA license and an accredited PTA program graduate, along with strong communication and documentation skills; SNF experience is preferred though new grads are welcome.