Certified Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

  Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a California certified Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! 
A certified Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct patient care, guides therapeutic exercises, and records patient progress under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. 

Responsibilities 

• A pplying Interventions: Administer treatments like soft tissue massage, balance training, and modalities such as heat or cold therapy.
  Assisting with Mobility: Help patients safely use assistive devices like walkers, crutches, or braces.
  Monitoring Responses: Observe patient reactions during treatments and modify activity levels as needed within the care plan
• Recording Progress: Log patient status, session data, and milestone achievements after every visit.
  Reporting to Supervisors: Discuss patient responses and any new concerns directly with the supervising physical therapist.
  Educating Families: Teach patients and their families home-care exercises, safety precautions, and post-treatment limitations.

Qualifications

• Current California state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• Familiarity with Webpt EMR 
• The ability to work well and make decisions