Physical Therapist Assistant
McKinley Park, IL - USA
Job Summary
McKinley Park Care Center Sacramento CA
Pay: $48-$52/hour DOE
Schedule: Per-Diem / Flexible Hours
Help Residents Regain Strength Mobility and Independence.
McKinley Park Care Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Per-Diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our outstanding rehabilitation team. If you are passionate about helping patients recover from illness injury surgery and hospitalization while working in a collaborative skilled nursing environment we encourage you to apply.
As a PTA youll work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality rehabilitative care that improves mobility enhances functional independence and helps residents achieve their highest level of recovery.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a resident-centered team dedicated to exceptional outcomes and compassionate care.
Competitive Pay: $48-$52/hour DOE
Flexible Per-Diem Schedule
Supportive and Collaborative Therapy Team
Modern Rehabilitation Equipment & Resources
Meaningful Work That Changes Lives
Skilled Nursing & Post-Acute Care Environment
Resident-Focused Culture of Excellence
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments and interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA assists residents in improving mobility strength balance endurance and functional abilities while maintaining accurate documentation and collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Deliver physical therapy treatments and interventions as established by the Physical Therapist.
- Assist residents with therapeutic exercises gait training balance activities transfer training and functional mobility programs.
- Monitor resident response to treatment and report changes in condition or progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Reinforce resident and family education regarding exercises safety precautions mobility techniques and fall prevention.
- Assist residents in achieving established rehabilitation goals.
- Communicate effectively with Physical Therapists nursing staff physicians residents families and interdisciplinary team members.
- Participate in care planning and rehabilitation team meetings as requested.
- Promote positive resident outcomes through teamwork and collaboration.
- Complete timely accurate and compliant treatment documentation.
- Maintain therapy records in accordance with facility policies and payer requirements.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA infection control and safety standards.
- Follow all regulatory and professional practice guidelines.
- Provide compassionate resident-centered care.
- Support facility quality improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to a positive rehabilitation experience for residents and families.
- Current California Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License
- License in good standing
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Strong knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and therapeutic interventions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Commitment to providing exceptional resident care
McKinley Park Care Center is dedicated to providing exceptional skilled nursing rehabilitation and post-acute care services in a compassionate and supportive environment. Our therapy team is committed to helping residents maximize their recovery independence and quality of life through individualized treatment and evidence-based care.
If youre a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) seeking a flexible per-diem opportunity with a team that values clinical excellence and resident success apply today and join McKinley Park Care Center.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
PACS Group is a national post-acute care and skilled nursing platform supporting 300+ facilities with services that elevate care and operations.