Physical Therapy Assistant

Benefits:

• Dynamic, team-oriented work environment
• Strong, supportive company culture
• Growth and development opportunities
• Flexible schedules
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mileage reimbursement at current federal rate
• PTO, paid holidays, and sick days
• 401(k) matching
• 401(k)

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Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of others? At Compassionate Care, we believe our employees are the heart of everything we do. We foster a supportive, respectful, and team-oriented environment where professionals can grow, feel valued, and make a lasting impact.


Established in 2003, Compassionate Care has grown into one of California’s most trusted providers of home health, hospice, and in-home care services. We proudly care for patients in the comfort of their own homes across Fresno, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Kings, Tulare, Kern, and San Luis Obispo Counties, and we continue to grow. Join a team where compassion has purpose and the work you do truly matters.


Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Service Area:  Kern county and surrounding territories

Compensation:

• Hybrid hourly and Paid Per Visit (PPV) compensation model.
• Opportunity to earn overtime.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides therapy services under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist (PT), according to the patient's plan of care and applicable state regulations. Responsibilities include:

• Providing physical therapy treatments and interventions according to the established plan of care.
• Implementing therapeutic exercises, strengthening activities, range-of-motion exercises, and muscle re-education.
• Providing gait, transfer, prosthetic, and assistive device training as appropriate.
• Educating patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safe mobility techniques.
• Monitoring and documenting patient responses to treatment and reporting changes in condition to the supervising PT.
• Preparing accurate and timely clinical notes and progress reports.
• Communicating with the supervising PT and interdisciplinary team regarding patient progress and care needs.
• Providing treatments and procedures within established competencies and the supervising PT's direction.
• Participating in patient discharge planning, case conferences, staff meetings, and educational in-services.
• Following agency policies, infection control practices, confidentiality requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Participating in quality assessment and performance improvement activities, as appropriate.

Additional related duties may be assigned as needed.


Position Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), or an equivalent approved program.
• Active California Physical Therapist Assistant license, as required.
• Successful completion of the national PTA examination.
• At least one year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Home Health experience preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle meeting company requirements.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, sitting, and occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds.

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.


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