Physical Therapist Assistant
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Job Location:
Sacramento, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Normal
Duration: 13 weeks
Positions Available: 1
Guaranteed Hours: 30 hours per week
Schedule: Varies
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a contract assignment in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The PTA will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to help residents improve mobility strength and functional independence through individualized therapy programs.
Key Responsibilities-
Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans
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Provide therapeutic exercises gait training balance training and functional mobility activities
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Monitor patient response to treatment and report progress or changes
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Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safe mobility techniques
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Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility standards
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Ensure patient safety and compliance with rehabilitation protocols
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Active state Physical Therapy Assistant license (must be current)
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Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred
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Strong communication teamwork and patient care skills
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Minimum experience: less than 1 year (new graduates encouraged to apply)
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No holiday coverage required
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Bilingual skills not required
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EMR system: Not specified
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
