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Savant Senior Living · 4 months ago

Physical Therapy Assistant- Burbank area

Downey, CA 90241, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Savant Senior Living is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide physical therapy services under the guidance of a physical therapist. The role involves treating patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain performance, along with recording clinical notes and participating in team meetings.

Assisted LivingElder CareHealth Care

Responsibilities

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

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

Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training

Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage

Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition

Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices

Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames

Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Physical therapy assistant certificationCPR certificationCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate's degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc

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

Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills

Possess and maintain current CPR certification

Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements