About Us:

At VNA Health, our mission is to revolutionize healthcare through compassion and innovation, ensuring every individual's well-being is prioritized. We're dedicated to empowering our employees to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and communities, driving positive change in healthcare. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and improve the health and dignity of those we serve.

Why Join Us:

• Fully-paid insurance premiums including dental, vision, basic life, disability, and AD&D insurance.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual from the first day of employment.

• Wellness Benefit providing $1,000 annual reimbursement for fitness and wellness expenses.

• Financial wellness program with matching 403(b) Retirement Plan and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

• Supportive company culture promoting employee well-being through programs like the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and public transportation reimbursement.

• Competitive Compensation: $38-42 hourly

  Job Summary:

  The physical therapist assistant provides physical therapy services under the direction of the physical therapist and according to the physician's plan of care.  Respects and promotes the mission, vision, and values of VNA Health.

  Job Duties:

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.

• Treats patient to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.

• Directs and aids patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.

• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.

• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.

• Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.

• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.

• Participates in Organization Home Care Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.     

• Meets the average daily productivity standards as set by the agency.

• Assists with chart audits if schedule allows.

• Knowledge of state, federal, local and accreditation (JCAHO) regulations for the delivery of home health services.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

  The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. All clinical staff are expected to participate as needed in variable shifts, including weekend rotation per staffing needs and departmental holiday rotation.

   

  Position Qualifications:

• Current and active California Physical Therapist Assistant license.

• Minimum one year experience required. Community/home health or medical/surgical experience is preferred.

• Current CPR certification.

• Licensed driver with insured automobile - in accordance with state and/or organization requirements.

• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

  Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs

• Ability to push/pull 50 lbs

• Ability to stoop, bend, and squat

• Ability to walk up one flight of stairs

• Ability to walk one mile

• Ability to sit for one hour, minimum

• Visual and auditory acuity

  Apply today to be considered for our Physical Therapist Assistant opening or email your resume to recruiter@vna.health!

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