Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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Links Healthcare

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Stockton, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant supports Physical Therapists by administering therapeutic exercises, massages, and modality treatments to patients. They are responsible for monitoring patient progress, instructing caregivers, and fitting patients for supportive devices.

Qualifications

You have an Associate's degree or certification from a physical therapy program with knowledge of anatomy and physiology and clinical experience. You are responsible for assisting physical therapists with treatments, including instructing patients, monitoring progress, and administering exercises and modalities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Physical Therapy Assistant

anatomy

physiology

clinical experience

therapeutic exercises

therapeutic massage

aquatic physical therapy

ultrasound

orthopedic braces

prostheses

crutches

Job Description

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate care to those in need.

Clearwater Healthcare Center is located at Stockton. It has 120 beds. Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our residents, promoting their health and well-being through innovative services and a commitment to excellence.

WHY JOIN US?

At Clearwater Healthcare Center, we offer a rewarding career where your commitment to excellence improves the lives of our residents. We prioritize a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a community that values your contributions and celebrates the positive impact you make every day.  

The Physical Therapist Assistant will help Physical Therapists provide physical therapy treatments and procedures. 

  • Instructs, motivates, safeguards, and assists patients as they practice exercises or functional activities.

  • Observes patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provides results to the physical therapist in person or through progress notes.

  • Confers with physical therapy staff and others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment. 

  • Communicates with and instructs caregivers and family members on patient therapeutic activities and treatment plans.

  • Transports patients to and from treatment areas, lifting and transferring them according to positioning requirements.

  • Secures patients into or onto therapy equipment.

  • Administers active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, aquatic physical therapy, and heat, light, sound, and electrical modality treatments such as ultrasound.

  • Measures patients’ range-of-joint motion, body parts, and vital signs to determine effects of treatments or for patient evaluations.

  • Monitors operation of equipment and records use of equipment and administration of treatment.

  • Fits patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches.

QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

  1. EDUCATION: Associate’s degree or certification from a physical therapy program that included course study in anatomy and physiology, and clinical experience.

  2. EXPERIENCE:

  • With Physical Therapy Assistant Experience is PREFERRED

  • With Skilled Nursing Experience is PREFERRED

  1. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Certificate to practice Physical Therapy Assistant Role REQUIRED

BENEFITS:

  • Paid sick leave

  • PTO

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • 401(k)

  • Healthcare insurance

  • Life insurance

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.


Full Time/PRN

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Links Healthcare

Links Healthcare is a support services company dedicated to the training and development of healthcare leaders in the skilled nursing industry. Our services are designed to enhance the management and operational capabilities of healthcare leaders, with a focus on high-quality care and elevated outcomes.
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