Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem

The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center

Placerville, California, USA
Onsite (per diem)
Treat residents as directed by physical therapist
Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
Maintain a safe treatment environment
The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant to support resident care under the guidance of a Physical Therapist. The role involves providing therapeutic treatments, maintaining documentation, and ensuring a safe environment, requiring an Associate Degree and a valid PTA license

Job Summary

  • The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
  • Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant to support resident care under the guidance of a Physical Therapist. The role involves providing therapeutic treatments, maintaining documentation, and ensuring a safe environment, requiring an Associate Degree and a valid PTA license.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist
  • Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
  • Maintain a safe treatment environment
  • Communicate with supervising physical therapist
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers
  • Relate positively with residents, families, and staff

Nice-to-have

  • Participate in Resident Care conferences
  • Assist nursing department with training
  • Provide in-services on training programs

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program
  • Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
  • CPR certification, if required by licensure

Work Rights

Not specified

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