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Kern River Transitional Care is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist Assistant to support residents' rehabilitation by assisting the lead Physical Therapist with care activities and documentation. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe treatment environment, effective communication with the healthcare team, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Job Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
Employees must complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
The role requires educating residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Kern River Transitional Care is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist Assistant to support residents' rehabilitation by assisting the lead Physical Therapist with care activities and documentation. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe treatment environment, effective communication with the healthcare team, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Salary
Not specified; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist
Complete timely accurate compliant documentation
Maintain safe treatment environment protocols
Communicate with interdisciplinary team regularly
Educate residents families on home exercise programs
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with residents
Experience with Net Health and Point Click Care
Participate in quality assurance initiatives
Assist nursing department with training Restorative Aides
Key Requirements
Associate Degree from accredited PTA program
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
Maintain license in good standing with state board