Physical Therapist Assistant
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Job Location:
La Quinta, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide restorative and rehabilitative services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA will work in both center-based and home settings to help participants maximize independence safety and functional ability while collaborating with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement care plans.
Essential Job Duties:
- Administer treatment programs as established by the Physical Therapist.
- Assist with vital signs range of motion and strength testing.
- Coordinate with rehabilitation team members to carry out individualized treatment plans.
- Handle scheduling of treatments clinical visits and billing.
- Deliver and document interventions including active/passive exercise gait training ADL functional training and treatments such as massage heat ultrasound hydrotherapy or electrical stimulation.
- Participate in end-of-life care coordination as needed.
Job Requirements:
- Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program.
- Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license or eligibility for licensure in the practicing state.
- Degrees earned outside the U.S. must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
- Minimum of 2 years of PTA experience in a clinical setting; experience with frail or elderly populations preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity to apply your physical therapy expertise in a collaborative environment while making a meaningful difference in patients lives.
Salary/Wage base range for this role is $35.87 - $47.36 hourly Bonus Equity.
Medical insurance coverage (Medical Dental Vision)
17 days of personal time off (PTO) 12 holidays observed annually and sick time
401 K savings match.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Physiology Knowledge
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
