Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Now Hiring: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Hayward Gardens Post Acute | Hayward, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $55.00-$60.00 per hour, DOE

Join Our Rehabilitation Team!

Hayward Gardens Post Acute is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing rehabilitation team on a Full-Time basis.

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA will provide hands-on therapy services designed to help residents improve mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and overall functional independence.

If you are passionate about helping others achieve their rehabilitation goals and thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment, we would love to hear from you!

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) assists the Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans and providing quality, resident-centered therapy services.

The PTA works closely with residents, families, nursing staff, and the interdisciplinary team to promote optimal rehabilitation outcomes and quality of life.

Essential Responsibilities


* Provide physical therapy treatments under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.


* Assist residents with exercises and therapeutic activities designed to improve strength, mobility, balance, coordination, and endurance.


* Assist residents with transfers, ambulation, positioning, and functional mobility.


* Monitor resident response to treatment and communicate progress or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.


* Accurately document therapy services and resident progress in accordance with facility, state, federal, and payer requirements.


* Educate residents and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, safety strategies, and fall prevention.


* Assist with recommendations and training related to appropriate adaptive and mobility equipment.


* Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.


* Follow infection control, safety, and facility policies and procedures.


* Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care conferences, and rehabilitation team activities as needed.


* Collaborate with nursing and other healthcare professionals to support resident care goals.


* Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.


* Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.


* Perform other duties as assigned by rehabilitation leadership.

Qualifications


* Current California Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in good standing.


* Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.


* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


* Compassionate, professional, and resident-centered approach to care.


* Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.


* Skilled nursing or post-acute rehabilitation experience preferred.


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