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Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient Therapy Services 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 10121 Pine Ave, Truckee, CA 96161 $38.53 an hour - Part-time Tahoe Forest Health System 82 reviews $38.53 an hour - Part-time This position will primarily support Inpatient Therapy Services in the SNF/LTC facility.

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$38.53/hour + DOE Summary Under the direct supervision of the manager the licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is responsible for providing patient care services consisting of implementation of modalities and treatments. These will be completed under the Plan of Care (POC) as documented by the evaluating Physical Therapist in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures and as indicated by licensing agencies in the State of practice (CA/NV). The PTA is committed to providing high quality health care services and to accommodating to the changing needs of the various communities that Tahoe Forest Hospital serves. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under the direction of a Physical Therapist, implement medically prescribed physical therapy programs. Effectively utilizes appropriate resources to ensure sensitive, personal care to individuals who require physical therapy services. Carries out individualized therapy programs for each patient, recommending treatment changes when appropriate. Collaborates with other team members and services in the hospital to assure that services and activities can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the patients. Assures that patients and visitors follow established policies and procedures at all times. Interprets physical therapy policies and procedures to patients and family members, as necessary. Participates in peer feedback to improve performance of line of service. Clinician will practice fiscal responsibility and strive to maintain minimum targeted key performance indicators as set by Director of Therapy and Clinical Manager of department. Extends courtesy and consideration to others in interpersonal relationships. Channels suggestions, criticisms, and questions to appropriate personnel. Seeks clarification of duties when needed. Participates in the quality improvement process. Establishes good rapport with all team members, patients and other health care providers. Participates in activities to meet the health needs of people locally, nationally, or globally as recommended by the APTA code of ethics. Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior. Complies with System policies and procedures. Other duties as may be assigned Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Supervisory Responsibilities No Supervisory Responsibilities Minimum Education/Experience Associate's Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program, be licensed to practice and pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for Physical Therapy Assistants, administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. Required Licenses/Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) for

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Employee will be in the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Basic Life Support (BLS) Entry or Prep Curriculum (depending on their previous BLS certification). - Within 3 months of hire into job

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California Physical Therapy Assistant license if practicing in California Nevada Physical Therapy Assistant license if practicing in Nevada Associate Degree from accredited PTA program Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.