Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy AssistantThe Physical Therapy Assistant implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary physical therapist to optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients. You will work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient. Instructs/Communicates with patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the physical therapist. You will provide timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory and reimbursement requirements and support and participate in department operations and development.You may be requested to travel between the two offices situated in Quincy, CA, and Greenville, CA.Compensation for Benefited, Full-Time Pay ScaleBase Rate: $38.85–$55.39 per hour (or $80,808.00–$115,212.89 annually)Starting pay is determined using our clinical pay scales, which feature 13 steps recognizing up to 30 years of relevant experience.Eligible employees may also receive shift differential and holiday payHiring Incentive: $5,000.00Full-TimeEducation:Graduate of an APTA accredited school physical therapyCurrent California Physical Therapy Assistant License.Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification, approved by the AHA.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Demonstrates respectful conversation in tone and content.Assures patient privacy.Actively involves the parent/guardian in care/teaching.Responsibilities:Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary physical therapist to optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients.Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.Instructs/Communicates with patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the physical therapist.Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory and reimbursement requirementsSupports and participates in department operations and developmentBenefits for Eligible EmployeesThe following benefits are available to eligible full-time and part-time employees following applicable waiting periods:Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plansPDH Employee Discount Program, which waives applicable deductibles and coinsurance for eligible services received at Plumas District HospitalGenerous paid time off (PTO) accrualPaid leave for continuing education, bereavement, and jury dutyEmployer-sponsored retirement plans featuring:A 3% employer contributionAn employer match of 50% of employee contributions, up to the plan maximum$20,000 in employer-paid life insuranceVoluntary benefit options, including additional life insurance, long-term disability insurance for full-time employees, and identity theft protectionPotential loan-forgiveness opportunities for eligible healthcare professionalsEducational and career-development support, including Certified Medical Assistant training, an LVN-to-RN step-up program, and tuition reimbursementOn average, employer-provided benefits add approximately 40% to the value of an employee's total compensation package.Perks Available to EmployeesPaid sick leave, with five days awarded annually based on the employee's anticipated work scheduleAn inclusive, supportive, and connected work environmentDiscounted rates at the PDH Child Care CenterCompetitive compensationThe opportunity for all employees to contribute to an employer-sponsored retirement planDiscounted CareFlight/AirMedCare Network membershipsShift differentials for eligible shifts and PDH-observed holidaysWork in a setting with rugged canyons, crystal clear lakes, grassy meadows, trout-filled streams, fresh pine forests, and brilliant star-filled skies. This is your chance to provide compassionate care with exceptional customer service at Plumas District Hospital. With a diverse population with people from all walks of life, PDH team members provide the residents of Quincy and the surrounding area with essential health care services that are vital to this small mountain community. PDH is located in Quincy, California which is the largest community in Plumas County and has a population of 5,000 residents. Quincy is nestled against the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and tucked in at the edge of the lush American Valley. Chico, California is 80 miles west and Reno, Nevada is 80 miles east of Quincy. Join a medical team that puts community first.Recruiter Name/Email: Nicholas ClawsonDepartment Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io