Physical Therapy Assistant

2 days ago


San Bernardino, California, United States Department of State Hospitals Full time

Job Summary

The Department of State Hospitals is seeking a skilled Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care and supporting the physical therapy team in achieving our goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out individual patient care programs as planned by a supervising registered physical therapist.
  • Train patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living.
  • Apply heat and cold, ultrasound, and massage, light, in water, and observe and report client's physical condition and response to treatment.
  • Assist registered physical therapists in performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
  • Maintain a safe environment for patients and maintain treatment areas and equipment in satisfactory operating condition.
  • Maintain adequate supplies and attend clinics.
  • Post client and treatment data in records and participate in clerical and reception activities of the Physical Therapy Department.

Requirements

  • Ability to maintain effective therapeutic relationships with mentally or developmentally disabled persons.
  • Utilize recognized methods in applying physical therapy techniques.
  • Follow directions and work under close supervision.
  • Observe and record responses to treatment and keep accurate records.
  • Observe and accurately record the physical therapy patient's signs, symptoms, and behavior, and also observe progress or lack of progress toward treatment goals.
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Keep accurate records and prepare timely reports.
  • Work effectively and cooperatively with patients, unit/program staff, and other program/department staff.
  • Provide a safe, secure, and healthy environment for physical therapy patients.
  • Maintain alertness, analyze situations, and take effective and timely action.
  • Computer skills.

Working Conditions

The Department of State Hospitals is a forensic psychiatric hospital that provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients within a secure treatment area. The hospital does not accept voluntary admissions.

Special Requirements

  • The position requires a Drug Screening to be passed prior to being hired.
  • The position requires a Background Investigation to be cleared prior to being hired.
  • The position requires Medical Clearance prior to being hired.


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