License Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient / Outpatient

Under the supervision of the registered physical therapist, administers therapeutic modalities with the use of specialized equipment; instructs the patient and supervises established therapeutic exercise, functional activities, and fits and instructs patients in the use of orthopedic appliances.

Essential Functions:

• Administer physical therapy modalities.
• Lift patients.
• Apply and remove dressings.
• Issue report on findings.
• Monitor patient vital signs.
• Perform accurate measurements and calculations on diagnostic test procedures.
• Record and chart patient data. Take patient medical and prescription history.
• Visit assigned patients to observe and record symptoms.
• Consult with physician concerning test results and alert physicians to test abnormalities.
• Evaluate patient's response to physical therapy.
• Apply orthopedic appliances.
• Observe patients using remote monitoring equipment.
• Follow standard infection control procedures.
• Instruct patients in use of home equipment.
• Initiate emergency procedures (including CPR) and provide emergency patient treatment.
• Complete patient processing forms (such as CPRs).
• Complete forms and records.
• Provide therapeutic patient care as prescribed by a physician.
• Instruct patients in routine and complex physical therapy exercises.
• Conduct group exercise classes.
• Adjust physical therapy treatments as conditions warrant.
• Assist patients with ambulation and exercises.
• Collect and compile cumulative data and statistics.
• Perform basic physical therapy.
• Perform geometric measures and gross muscle testing.
• Maintain current records of all testing.
• Prepare and position patients for procedures.
• Record and maintain patient treatment data, log of procedures, and records of equipment usage.
• Review, explain and clarify physician orders with patient or parent.
• Observe and monitor patient condition for reactions during and after procedures.
• Observe machine monitors.
• Interpret and administer prescribed physical therapy treatment.
• Review patient record for medical information.
• Fill out maintenance forms.
• Review patient charts to evaluate patients and identify significant conditions.
• Prepare periodic workload statistics.
• Monitor patients for bleeding.
• Anesthetize patients with topical or aerosol medication.
• Instruct patients on general health and basic self care procedures.
• Interview patients to collect data.

Basic Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program with an associate of science degree in physical therapy OR California Examining Committee equivalent.
• Successful completion of clinical competencies during internship.
• Current license or license eligible as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the state of California.

Notes:

• Weekly schedule: SUN @ OCA, MON-THUR @ CMO
• Will work in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

PrimaryLocation : California,Orange,Orange Rehabilitation Pavilion
HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day
Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
WorkingHoursStart : 08:30 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 05:00 PM
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B01|SEIU|Local 399
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Rehab Services
Department : Rehabilitation Pavilion - Physical Therapy-Regular Clin - 0806
Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.