Resident-Centered Physical Therapist Assistant

Lindsay Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation; Lindsay (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Lindsay Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation in Lindsay, CA is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to assist the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, safety, patient education, and collaboration with the medical team to support goals and discharge planning.

A PTA license, associate degree, and proficiency with Net Health and Point Click Care are required; experienced in California regulations

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into Net Health and Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Communicates routinely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility.

Skills

Documentation

Infection control

Resident care

Communication with team

Education

Associate Degree in PTA program

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

Lindsay Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation in Lindsay, CA is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to assist the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, safety, patient education, and collaboration with the medical team to support goals and discharge planning.

A PTA license, associate degree, and proficiency with Net Health and Point Click Care are required; experienced in California regulations