Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health

Department: Home Health Shift: Primarily Days (United States of America) Employee Type: Regular Per Diem Type (if applicable): Minimum Pay Range: $33.17 - $39.81 Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision and direction of the Licensed Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapist Assistant provides effective treatment and clinical activities of physical therapy areas so that effective and optimum quality of patient care is delivered. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Licensure/Certification: Graduation from a Physical Therapist Assistant program. Current licensure or eligibility for licensure by the Board of Medical Examiners, State of California. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required. *Must meet all DMV requirements listed below and have adequate transportation. Knowledge: One year of professional experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred. Basic knowledge and understanding of physical therapy principles and treatment methods. Knowledge of infection control procedures and proper body mechanics. Skills: ·Ability to follow directions accurately. ·Ability to establish effective relationships with patients and fellow employees. ·Ability to assume responsibility for updating skills as required by hospital policy. ·Ability to walk and stand for long periods, position and transfer dependent patients in and out of bed without assistance, stoop and mechanically operate wheelchair accessories repetitively throughout the day. ·Ability to drive in inclement weather. *Note: Positions that read "- DMV" (after the title in Position Manager and in the job posting) require employees to drive at least once per pay period. Candidates must possess and supply proof of: a current CA Driver’s License, a clean DMV printout and Auto Insurance coverage with a minimum of $50,000 per person/$100,000 per occurrence (or a combined single limit of $100,000) and property damage coverage in an amount not less than $50,000 per occurrence. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.