Physical Therapist Assistant (Part-Time)

For 50 years, Town & Country has been a trusted, faith-based nonprofit in Orange County, providing compassionate care to seniors, including the frail elderly, one of our fastest-growing and most vulnerable populations. Rooted in our mission to demonstrate the love, care, and hope of Jesus Christ, we welcome people of all beliefs and backgrounds. Our motto says it best: Your faith. Your way of life.

Job Overview:

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient’s treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collects assessment data as part of evaluation process as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist (when allowed by state practice act).
• Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlines by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.
• Teach exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
• May be required to perform patient care duties as their licensed discipline.
• May be required to perform other duties not specified as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.
• Employees are required to have an up-to-date tuberculosis test and physical upon hire and yearly thereafter.
• Employees are required to complete an N95 fit test upon hire and yearly thereafter.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree from an APTA accredited program
• Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant if required by state law
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and professional demeanor.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Passion for serving older adults and supporting a mission-driven community

Physical Demands:

Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Part-time, In person

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Sick Time
• Professional development assistance

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person