Fox Hollow Post Acute is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for their Kern River Transitional Care Center in Bakersfield, CA. The role involves assisting the Physical Therapist in providing care to residents, aiming to enhance their mobility and independence
Job Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in providing direct resident care and implementing treatment programs designed to improve mobility, strength, and overall functional independence.
The role requires maintaining a safe and effective treatment environment following infection control and safety protocols while completing timely, accurate, and compliant documentation.
Candidates will participate in care plan meetings, assist with training Restorative Aides, and educate residents and families on exercise programs and fall prevention.
Matching Summary
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Fox Hollow Post Acute is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for their Kern River Transitional Care Center in Bakersfield, CA. The role involves assisting the Physical Therapist in providing care to residents, aiming to enhance their mobility and independence.
Salary
Pay Range: $40–$55/hour (BOE)
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Provide treatments to residents as directed
Complete timely accurate compliant documentation
Maintain safe effective treatment environment
Communicate regularly with supervising PT
Participate in care plan meetings
Nice-to-have
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in team
Foster positive relationships with families
Contribute to quality assurance initiatives
Passionate about helping residents regain mobility
Key Requirements
Associate Degree from accredited PTA program
Current PTA license in California
CPR certification required
Experience in skilled nursing preferred
EHR systems experience Net Health or PointClickCare preferred