PTA in San Joaquin County

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $80-$100

Sunbright home health and hospice is seeking quality employees throughout the Bay Area.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced PTA in the San Joaquin area (Stockton, Lathrop, Manteca, Modesto, Etc.)

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the

physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and

in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy

Practice Act.

2. Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum

performance.

3. Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation,

gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.

4. Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity,

ultrasound and massage.

5. Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patients

reaction to treatment and any changes in patients condition.

6. Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or

orthotic devices.

7. Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be

incorporated into the patients clinical record in prescribed time frames.

8. Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization

In-service Education Program.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associates

degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy

Association, Inc.

2. Approved as a physical therapist assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California.

3. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

4. Possess and maintain current CPR certification.

5. Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance

with the organization requirements.

We would love to have you on the team- Apply today!