Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their therapy team in Visalia, CA. The role involves providing direct resident care, assisting the Physical Therapist, and maintaining documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
Job Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and provides direct resident care in accordance with physician orders.
This role offers a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on helping residents regain independence and improve their quality of life.
Employees must maintain confidentiality of resident information and report equipment issues to ensure proper maintenance and safety.
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Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their therapy team in Visalia, CA. The role involves providing direct resident care, assisting the Physical Therapist, and maintaining documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
Salary
Pay Range: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour (DOE); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Treat residents as directed by PT
Complete timely accurate compliant documentation
Maintain safe treatment environment protocols
Communicate regularly with interdisciplinary team
Educate residents families on safety techniques
Nice-to-have
Compassionate and motivated team member
Experience in skilled nursing facility preferred
Proficiency with Net Health or PointClickCare
Participate in quality assurance initiatives
Provide in-service training for staff
Key Requirements
Associate Degree from accredited PTA program
Current active California PTA license
CPR certification required
Maintain continuing education requirements per state regulations