Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient

Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient

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The Physical Therapist Assistant treats patients primarily in the outpatient physical therapy setting following an established plan set by the physical therapist. Provides advice and education to patient, family and caregivers. Regularly assesses patients' clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment as well as need to modify goals or treatment or plan discharge in conjunction with the physical therapist.

Provides accurate and timely documentation and coordinates care with other health‑care professionals. Effectively participates in clinical site education through in‑services and clinical education of assigned students.

• Utilizes clinical reasoning to determine course of action within a specific context and with the ability to anticipate outcomes guided by a framework of previous experience and knowledge of best practices.
• Provides comprehensive clinical care to patients using a human movement system framework.
• Identifies and documents patient’s current functional limitations that are necessary for self‑maintenance, learning, work, and other meaningful activities.
• Communicates patient status with the physical therapist and notifies of changes in patient status, plateau in progress, or achievement of rehab goals.
• Completes all required documentation including daily notes in a timely manner in compliance with department standards.
• Effectively communicates with all members of the interprofessional medical team as well as patients and families utilizing strategies to clearly and accurately disseminate and receive information that considers situational needs and results in intended outcomes.
• Performs routine chart review and provides appropriate staff education in conjunction with findings as part of Quality Improvement. Participates in department Performance Improvement Project.
• Attends staff meetings, employee forums and participates in surveys and committees as requested.
• Participates in clinical site education through in‑services and clinical education with PTA students as assigned. Contributes to continuing education of other staff members by developing and delivering in‑service presentations after attending a CEU‑based learning opportunity.
• Actively participates in community outreach including lectures, classes and in‑services. Serves as a resource in community‑based education.

• Education: Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Experience: One to two years related experience
• Licenses &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Current California State License, Current BLS Certification, professional association membership a plus
• Required Skills & Knowledge: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills; strong management and interpersonal skills; ability to manage priorities; flexibility and willingness to work with constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm; ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures and protocols; commitment to excellence and high standards; good judgment; ability to present information and respond to questions;
  
  ability to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment; strong charting/documentation skills; ability to communicate with a diverse population; bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

Actual compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

Minimum: USD $33.38

Maximum: USD $45.89

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider

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