Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - CA

V

Vensure Employer Solutions

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - CA

Santa Monica, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    ****Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Administer treatment as directed by the Physical Therapist.
    • Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes in accordance with PT Board requirements.
    • Assist with department upkeep and participate in Rehabilitation and Patient Care Conferences as needed.
    • Support treatment area maintenance and cleanliness.
    • Follow physician treatment plans when working with patients.
    • Help train Restorative Aides alongside the nursing department.
    • Communicate effectively with supervisors and the healthcare team regarding patient progress and care plans.
    • Participate in in-service training for facility staff.
    • Document any treatment changes per facility policies and procedures.
    • Educate families or nursing staff on maintenance programs and caregiver responsibilities for patient discharge.
    • Report equipment issues to ensure proper maintenance.
    • Maintain a positive, effective, and professional relationship with patients, families, and staff.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Comfortable using electronic health record systems, such as:
      • Casamba
      • Point Click Care
    • Language:
      • Ability to read and understand technical procedures and policy manuals.
      • Able to communicate effectively with managers, coworkers, and families.
    • Mathematics:
      • Capable of applying basic mathematical concepts (fractions, percentages, ratios).
    • Reasoning:
      • Able to solve practical problems and follow instructions in various formats (written, oral, diagrams, schedules).

    Physical Demands

    • Very Frequent:
      • Standing, walking, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling
    • Frequent:
      • Reaching with arms and hands
    • Occasional:
      • Sitting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling
    • Lifting/Force:
      • Up to 100 lbs occasionally, 50 lbs frequently, and 20 lbs constantly
    • Vision:
      • Requires close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception with ability to adjust focus.

    Education & Experience

    • Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the State Board.
    • Not specifically required, but must be proficient in relevant documentation and systems.
    • Must hold an active Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state.
    • Must meet continuing education requirements per state regulations.
    • Must maintain a license in good standing with the state board.

    _ ****_