San Jose Pta, Pt Assistant, Need for Per Diem, On - Best Home Health Providers

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San Jose, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Area of coverage:
San Jose or any cities in Santa Clara County
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Salary: Pay is per visit NOT per hour:

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Status: Per Diem chose your own times, days, hours:


  • New Grads Welcome to apply

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:


The
physical therapy assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
  • Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
  • Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
  • Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
  • Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient's reaction to treatment and any changes in patient's condition.
  • Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
  • Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record in prescribed time frames.
  • Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization In
- service Education Program.


  • Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an Associate's degree in science or applied science that is approved by American
    Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
  • Current certification or license as required by state law.
  • Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
  • Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Pay:
$ $100.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1 per week


Benefits:


  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunities for advancement

Medical specialties:

  • Home Health
  • Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

  • Choose your own hours
  • On call

Ability to Relocate:

  • San Jose, CA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
On the road