What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula?
Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant
Under the leadership of the department director, assistant director, and/or supervisor, the physical therapist assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the mission of the Hospital by providing quality physical therapy services to patients of all ages.
The physical therapist assistant interacts with various professionals involved in patient care and supports the organization's efforts to provide prevention and wellness services in the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the delivery of quality physical therapy services to patients in acute care or outpatient environments
- Working collaboratively with physical therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care
- Providing interventions under the supervision and direction of the physical therapist of record
Requirements:
- Experience in outpatient and skilled nursing settings is preferred
- Completion of a physical therapist assistant associate degree program is preferred
- Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring applicable skills
- Must complete and pass all annual competencies
- Physical therapist assistant license or Physical Therapy License Applicant (PTLA) status is required
- American Heart Association Health care provider CPR certification is required
Work Environment:
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula is a nonprofit healthcare provider with 258 licensed hospital beds and 28 skilled-nursing beds. The hospital serves the Monterey Peninsula and surrounding communities through various locations, including the main hospital, outpatient facilities, and business offices.
