Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health, Lakeport CA
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Sutter Health is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health, Lakeport CA. Sutter Health seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide specialized tasks under a licensed Physical Therapist’s plan, performing measurements, implementing treatment programs, documenting patient care, and completing special projects for home health and hospice patients in Lakeport, CA.
Key focus areas include Perform selected measurement procedures for home health and hospice patients, Implement treatment programs as directed by a Physical Therapist, and Document patient care activities accurately and concisely.
Important skills include Title XXII Knowledge, Quality Improvement Audits, Conflict Resolution, Planning And Organizing, Time Management, and Problem Solving. Preferred (not required): Oral And Written Communication, Legible Handwriting, Basic Understanding Of Home Care Services, and Clinical Standards Of Physical Therapy Care.
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We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization:
SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Lakeside
Position Overview:
The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is a State-approved professional health care worker who provides specialized tasks within the established plan of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). The PTA performs selected measurement procedures and implements treatment programs for home health and hospice patients who have been evaluated by a Physical Therapist. The PTA is responsible for documentation of patient care activities provided and performs special projects as assigned.
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Job Description :
FULL-TIME DAY SHIFTS: Monday-Friday / Weekends As Needed
EDUCATION
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Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
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Other: Graduate of approved school for Physical Therapy Assistants, as defined by the board, with documentation of approval to practice as a PTA by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
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PTA-Registered Physical Therapist Assistant
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BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
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Current PPD
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DL-Valid Drivers License Class C
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AUTO-Automobile Insurance
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
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1 Minimum of one year of experience in acute care, home health or community health setting.
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1 One year of experience in a home health setting.
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5 Direct patient care experience within the past five years.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
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Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills in English (both verbal and written); legible handwriting for documentation of patient records in a clear and concise manner.
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Basic understanding of home care services, clinical standards of physical therapy care and practice, Title XXII, Medicare Conditions of Participation, JCAHO home health accreditation requirements, QI audits, infection control, and reimbursement patterns for Medicare and other payors.
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Must be able to handle sensitive issues, conflict with or among others, respectively direct and reinforce staff efforts; effectively plan and organize and prioritize work, think critically to both effectively plan and organize department operations consistent with Sutter VNA and Hospice’s strategic and operating objectives and to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when to consult supervisor.
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Must be able to deal with challenging work environment with time demands and occasional conflicting priorities.
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Maintain a positive and professional image and demonstrate self-directed learning to meet professional development and/or license requirements.
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Is responsible for maintaining all required licensure and certifications.
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At orientation and annually thereafter, must be able to meet Sutter Care at Home core competencies for position and area of specialty, as appropriate.
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Must be flexible with schedule including, but not limited to, the ability to participate in on call department rotation for night and weekend coverage.
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Ability to be aware of surroundings and respond to emergency and/or urgent events.
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Ability to select and utilize patient transfer/transport equipment safely.
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Productivity standards – ability to meet productivity expectations (3-6 pt. visits per day, depending on visit type and needs).
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Must be detail-oriented.
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Ability to assist with possibly disoriented, combative patients.
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Ability to work in mentally and physically demanding environment.
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Must have reliable transportation.
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $37.58 to $52.61 / 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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