Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Job Description

Job Description

Grand Oaks Care Center , in Tulare California is seeking qualified candidates for our In-house Therapy Team as a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Full Time Day Shift 800a-430p position we currently have available. We are a recently acquired, 99 bed facility that strives to provide quality care to our short term and long term residents. We are located in a small, rural, close knit community. If you are compassionate, love making a difference, and enjoy your role as a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant then we invite you to consider us as your new employer. We are currently recruiting for compassionate team members that are Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants.  We are looking for passionate individuals that will rise above to care for our elderly residents.  We welcome new graduates as well as seasoned Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants!

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement benefit 

Responsibilities:

• Treat patients as directed by the Physical Therapist and adhere to facility documentation guidelines
• Record treatments given and progress notes in medical record
• Assist in maintaining department
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
• Participate in training programs for other staff in the facility
• Record treatment charges per the facility policy and procedures
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program

Experience/Qualifications:

Licensed by Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBC)

This position is open to therapists at all experience levels.

  Desired Skills:

• Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process
• Superior interpersonal communication skills
• Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide
• Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice
• Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity
• Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence
• Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department