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Premier NursingPosted 2 days ago

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

$93,600–$114,400 year

On-siteSan Francisco, California, United States

Full TimeAssociates Degree

Job Summary

Implement resident treatment plans and deliver skilled therapeutic interventions targeting strength, mobility, balance, coordination, and functional performance under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist. Monitor and document resident responses, educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, and support discharge planning activities. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to HIPAA, infection control, OSHA, and California state practice standards while participating in team meetings and quality assurance initiatives. Assist with patient transfers, mobility support, and emergency evacuations. Requires current, active, unrestricted California PTA license, NPTE completion, and BLS certification.

Required Qualifications

  • Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the State of California
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Successful completion of the NPTE for PTAs
  • Current CPR/BLS certification
  • Ability to assist with patient transfers, mobility support, repositioning, prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, and lifting with or without assistive devices
  • Ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergency situations
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs

Desired Qualifications

  • Willingness to obtain CPR/BLS certification per facility policy

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