Physical Therapist Assistant(pta) Full-time

Westgate Gardens Care Center

Visalia, CA, US
$40.00 – $45.00 ph
Onsite
Treat residents as directed
Timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
Maintain a safe treatment environment
Westgate Gardens Care Center in Visalia, CA is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to help residents improve their quality of life through direct care and rehabilitation activities. Candidates should possess a PTA license in California and have an associate degree in a related program, while experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred but not mandatory

Job Summary

  • Assist the Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and provide direct resident care in accordance with physician orders, treatment plans, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, regulatory, and payer requirements.
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Westgate Gardens Care Center in Visalia, CA is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to help residents improve their quality of life through direct care and rehabilitation activities. Candidates should possess a PTA license in California and have an associate degree in a related program, while experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred but not mandatory.

Salary

$40.00 – $45.00 per hour

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Treat residents as directed
  • Timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
  • Maintain a safe treatment environment
  • Communicate resident progress
  • Educate residents and families
  • Assist with resident mobility and transfers

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in skilled nursing facility
  • Collaborative environment
  • Improve quality of life

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree from accredited PTA program
  • Current, active PTA license in California
  • CPR certification required

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter