PTA (Physical Therapist Assistat) - Part-Time - Antelope Valley Care Center

Essential Duties

• 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.
• Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.
• For California PTAs, remain in accordance with the California Laws and Regulations related to Physical Rehabilitation Manual Article 41398.44.
• Aid nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate 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.
• Provide in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• 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; i.e., splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs like Net Health and Point Click Care.
• Languages: Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written and oral instructions.
• Certifications/Licenses: Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state, meet continuing education requirements per state practices, maintain a license in good standing, and determine additional certifications as appropriate per facility.
• CPR Certification: Required by licensure.

Physical Demands

• Stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally.
• Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment.
• Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
• The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for safe and effective resident care.
• Assist, support, and transport residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.

Pay

Pay range: $42-45/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.