Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

Carmel, CA $62,440 - $86,200 a year

Profession: Physical Therapy Allied Health

Job Type: Full Time

Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.

Sign-On Bonus available

***Details regarding the sign-on bonus are available upon inquiry.

One of our clients in the vibrant and sunny region of Southern California has enlisted our help to recruit a Physical Therapist Assistant for their expanding team. This hospital-based outpatient clinic is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment and is deeply committed to outstanding patient care. The role provides strong leadership, competitive compensation, and affordable housing options. The clinic values treating patients and their families with the utmost care and respect, making you a key member of a supportive and close-knit team.

Responsibilities:

• Confers with physical therapy staff and others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment.
• Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress. Then, in person or through progress notes, provide the results to the physical therapist.
• Monitors operation of equipment and records use of equipment and administration of treatment.
• Transports patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring them according to positioning requirements. Secures patients into or onto therapy equipment.
• Fits patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches.

Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service and patient care skills.
• Basic understanding of physical therapy and medical terminology.
• Associate degree or certification from a physical therapy
• Current CPR certification and BLS preferred.

As a member of their team, you will enjoy:

• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Full Benefits Package
• Generous HSA contribution
• 3 Weeks PTO
• Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Unmatched Mentorship Opportunities with some of the best Physical Therapists in the region
• Competitive Compensation

Join Our Team: Embark on a fulfilling career with MLR and become a vital part of a dynamic healthcare community committed to excellence in patient care and innovation. Apply now to become a member of our client's team of skilled professionals and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc