Provide direct physical therapy treatments as directed by the physical therapist
Aid patients in therapeutic exercises and functional training
Utilize various physical agents for treatment
Monitor and report patient responses to therapy
Instruct patients in using mobility aids and assistive devices
Document clinical notes in a timely manner
Participate in team meetings and educational programs
Benefits
Opportunities to create and implement patient programs
Supportive team culture with local autonomy
Focus on individualized patient care
Pathways for professional growth and learning
Being part of a well-established network of agencies
Full Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health
Pay Range: $85 - $95 per visit
Job Type: Full Time, Per Diem
Territory: Santa Clara County
JOB SUMMARY
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care
Treat patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance
Direct and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training
Utilize physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage
Observe and report to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition
Instruct patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices
Maintain necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames
Participate in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization in-service Education Program
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Active CA PTA License
Current CPR Certification
1+ Year of Clinical Experience
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working.
About Pinnacle living
Pinnacle Financial Partners is an American bank headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee operating in Middle Tennessee, East Tennessee, and, since June 2017, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.
