Registered Nurse

Pure Hands Home Health, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Hands Home Health, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant in California. This role involves providing direct physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist, helping patients relieve pain and restore function.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree in applied science, demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, and maintain up-to-date CPR certification. Responsibilities also include maintaining necessary clinical records and participating in team meetings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Approved as a physical therapist assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Valid CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of qualified physical therapist.
• Treats patient to relieve pain and restore function.
• Instructs patients in care and use of therapeutic devices.

Skills

Direct physical therapy

Communication skills

Organization skills

Therapeutic exercises

Patient instruction

Education

Associate’s degree in science or applied science

Job description

The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician’s plan of care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATION

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• Approved as a physical therapist assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.