Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health
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Job overview
Sutter Health is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health. Sutter Health seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to join its Home Health team, providing physical therapy treatments, assisting in treatment plan development, documenting progress, and modifying care within the supervising therapist’s plan. The role includes adhering to regulations, ensuring patient safety, and may serve as a clinical instructor for students, working full‑time in the Saratoga area.
Key focus areas include Assist in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures, Assist in development of treatment plans and document progress, and Modify specific treatments within scope of the plan of care.
Preferred (not required): Problem Solving, Decisive Judgement, Computer Proficiency, and Professional Communication.
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We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization:
SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Bay
Position Overview:
$5,000 sign-on bonus available to external candidates - in accordance with Sutter Health policy + excellent benefits!
Primary coverage area Mountain View, Palo Alto, Stanford, Los Altos.
Assists in providing physical therapy treatments and performing procedures. May, in accordance with State laws and regulations, assist in the development of treatment plans, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments within scope of the plan of care established by the supervising physical therapist. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May serve as clinical instructor for assigned students.
Job Description :
EDUCATION:
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Other: Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
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PTA-Registered Physical Therapist Assistant
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BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE :
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Department - SCAH: Auto Insurance
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Department - SCAH: DL-Valid Drivers License TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
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1 year of recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
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Critical thinking and problem solving, decisive judgement and ability to work within scope of practice.
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Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
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Ability to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
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Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
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Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
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Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
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Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Monday - Friday, Variable
Weekend Requirements:
Rotating Weekends
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $43.41 to $60.77 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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