Physical Therapy Assistant - San Diego, United States - UC San Diego Health

UC San Diego Health

Verified Company

San Diego, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Payroll Title:

PHYS THER AST 1
Department:
Rehabilitation Services
Hiring Pay Scale

- $ $48.53 / Hour

Worksite:
Hillcrest Medical Center
Appointment Type:
Career
Appointment Percent:
100%
Union:
EX Contract
Total Openings:
1
Work Schedule:
Days, 10 Hour Shifts, Monday
Friday
#129649 Physical Therapy Assistant:

Filing Deadline:
Thu 5/23/2024**
UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion.
If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments to a variety of diagnoses following therapy procedures, protocols, and programs. Communicates effectively with a primary therapist and works under general supervision. Provides physical therapy treatments to a variety of diagnoses following therapy procedures, protocols, and programs.

The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist with inventory control, clinic maintenance, and organization. Completes required documentation and communicates patient information across the continuum of care. Demonstrates competence in the UCSD Medical Center core values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) issued by the state of California.
BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
Possesses the ability to treat patients, follow an established plan of care and performvarious physical therapy treatments appropriate to acute care.
Ability to determine expected outcomes throughout the continuum of therapeutic intervention.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing and be able to articulate complex ideas for all levels of audiences.
Be a selfstarter who is accountable and requires mínimal direction and supervision; a person who is open to new ideas; and a creative and flexible individual who is comfortable working in a large, complex organization.
Possess the personal characteristics of professionalism, credibility, commitment to high standards, innovation, discriminating judgment, and accountability.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

One (1+) or more years of relevant experience.
Inpatient hospital experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
Pay Transparency Act_

Annual Full Pay Range:
$59,946 - $74,813 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent:
$ $35.83

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service.

Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics.

We invite you to join our team

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For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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