What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – PRN position at Canyon Springs Post-Acute?
Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - PRN
Location: Canyon Springs Post Acute
Pay Rate: Starting at $55/hour
Canyon Springs Post Acute is seeking a dedicated and professional Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team on a PRN basis. If you are passionate about providing high-quality rehabilitative care and thrive in a collaborative, resident-centered environment, we want to hear from you.
General Purpose
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant works under the direction of the Staff Physical Therapist to provide resident-related activities and direct resident care, ensuring optimal functional outcomes for our residents.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Location: Canyon Springs Post Acute
Pay Rate: Starting at $55/hour
Canyon Springs Post Acute is seeking a dedicated and professional Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team on a PRN basis. If you are passionate about providing high-quality rehabilitative care and thrive in a collaborative, resident-centered environment, we want to hear from you.
General Purpose
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant works under the direction of the Staff Physical Therapist to provide resident-related activities and direct resident care, ensuring optimal functional outcomes for our residents.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Direct Care: Treat residents as directed by the Physical Therapist and educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, and fall prevention strategies.
- Documentation: Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
- Collaboration: Communicate routinely with the supervising PT to update physicians, nursing staff, and the interdisciplinary team on resident progress and discharge planning.
- Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe environment by following infection control and safety protocols. (California PTAs must remain in accordance with California Laws and Regulations related to Physical Rehabilitation Manual Article 4
- 1398.44 ).
- Equipment Coordination: Recommend and facilitate the ordering of durable medical equipment (e.g., walkers, canes, splints) to promote resident independence.
- Training: Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides and provide in-service training programs for facility staff as needed.
- Quality Improvement: Contribute to quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
- Education: Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program.
- Licensure: Must hold a valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing with the State Board.
- Certifications: CPR certification (as required by licensure).