Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem

Physical Therapist Assistant (Per Diem)

This Physical Therapist Assistant (Per Diem) performs patient treatments and patient care activities under the general supervision of a physical therapist. The position is directly responsible to a physical therapist for the performance of duties as assigned and supervised by a therapist. This entry-level physical therapist assistant is expected to provide physical therapy services according to an established treatment plan under the direction of a physical therapist. Must be able to perform all responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant as required and assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload a license and/or certification if required for the position:

• Must be a California Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTASST)
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or UC Davis Health CPR
• Must have one year of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in the inpatient rehab or acute care settings
• Basic knowledge in physical therapy, as identified by the Physical Therapy Practice Act, and certification by the State of California
• Judgmental skills
• Verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with hospital staff in a clear, concise, professional manner
• Organizational and developmental skills
• Skills and ability to work in stressful situations
• Tact and diplomacy skills
• Ability to provide and accept guidance and criticism
• Ability to assist physical therapists and other staff with patients requiring therapy services of two or more persons
• The knowledge to properly prepare patients for treatment and provide modalities and procedures to patients under the supervision of a therapist
• Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology, and skills in monitoring patients' physiological status during the course of treatment
• Ability to effectively communicate with the therapist about the patient's overall status
• Knowledge of indications and contraindications and the application of various physical therapy, hydrotherapy, modalities, and procedures
• The ability to provide treatments as requested, under the supervision of a therapist
• Ability to schedule and transport patients in wheelchairs or on gurneys to and from the treatment unit
• Ability to prepare equipment and patient for treatment, remove and reapply dressing and bandages, and clean and disinfect equipment after each patient's treatment in accordance with established policy and procedure
• Ability to accurately document patient progress records and accurately prepare patient charge documents
• Ability to make a safety check of the work area, check the safety of equipment, and report any deficiency or malfunction of equipment immediately to the supervisor
• Ability to clean work area, mats, equipment, apparatus, and prepare linen and supplies for daily requirements
• Must see well enough to observe patient reactions and read relevant monitors, relevant device settings, and relevant written information such as the patient's medical record
• Must hear and speak well enough to communicate with patients and staff throughout the day
• Must possess the physical strength to assist with patient mobility
• Must possess sufficient mobility to traverse the distances required to serve patients throughout the institution
• Must have basic computer skills
• Ability to participate in departmental and sectional meetings as required

Key Responsibilities:

• 90% - Provide patient treatment and patient care activities for routine patients of all ages as directed by a therapist from a predetermined physical therapy treatment plan.
• 5% - Educational Activities
• 5% - Miscellaneous assignments as required

Department Overview:

The primary purpose of the Joint Venture Rehabilitation Hospital is to provide a full range of rehabilitation services designed to restore patients to their optimal functional capacity. The hospital is a 52-bed rehabilitation hospital on the Sacramento Medical Center campus. It is equipped with leading-edge amenities and adaptive units where patients can practice typical activities of daily living. The rehabilitation hospital also includes a 12-bed brain injury unit and four private rooms for bariatric patients.

Position Information:

Salary or Pay Range: $47.37 Salary Frequency: Hourly Salary Grade: 162 UC Job Title: PHYS THER AST PD UC Job Code: 008951 Number of Positions: 2 Appointment Type: Per Diem Percentage of Time: 20 % Part Time Shift (Work Schedule): Day shift (08 hours) Location: Joint Venture Rehab Hospital, Sacramento, CA Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical Benefits Eligible: No