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Physical Therapy AssistantInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.As our Certified Physical Therapist Assistant (CPTA), you will help patients perform all phases of physical therapy treatment and documentation, under the guidance and direction of a Physical Therapist, so they can regain mobility, manage pain, and achieve their rehabilitation goals in alignment with our healthcare philosophy.Every day you will assist in the administration of physician-ordered physical therapy treatment, teach patients and families functional activities, and document accurate patient records and progress notes.To be successful in this role, you must be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program, have at least one year of acute care or SNF experience, and demonstrate strong communication skills with both supervising PTs and patients/families.Assist in the administration of physician-ordered physical therapy treatment for mobility, strength, pain control, and range of motion, adhering to infection control policies.Teach patients and/or caregivers in functional activities and treatment techniques of physical therapy to meet their needs.Administer manual exercises, instruct, encourage, and assist patients in performing physical activities, and competently administer physical therapy treatments such as applying heat/cold/moist packs, massages, and using therapeutic equipment under PT direction.Communicate patient progress toward goals and rehabilitative potential to the supervising licensed Physical Therapist and other healthcare team members, notifying them of any unanticipated changes.Maintain accurate patient records and progress notes, collaborating with the licensed Physical Therapist to ensure the treatment plan is followed and carried out.Adhere to the standards of conduct and professional code of ethics promulgated by the American Physical Therapy Association for a registered Physical Therapist Assistant.Required:Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant programOne (1) Year Of Acute Care Or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience within the last five (5) yearsActive Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in the State of CaliforniaBasic Life Support – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS-CPR) within thirty (30) days of hireDriver's License: CaliforniaAuto InsuranceMarian Regional Medical Center, a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria, California, is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian's beautiful mission-style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health's Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Marian's offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies, an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, neonatal intensive care unit, and an array of women's services.One Community. One Mission. One CaliforniaTotal RewardsDepending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here (PDF).CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.
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santa maria, CA, 93454, US
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