Patient treatment and documentation of care. The PTAII reports verbally and in writing on patient's response to treatment. PTAII's are assigned patients ranging in age from pediatric to geriatrics. Assignments are dependent on the specific experience, training and demonstrated competence of the assistant and the needs of the patients. The PTA is expected to develop their clinical skills with ultimate responsibility for assuming clinical competency. Responsibilities. Administers Physical Therapy ... more details
Overview
Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.
Northridge Hospital Medical Center a Dignity Health member
The primary role of the PTA is to provide quality patient care and Physical Therapy treatments, as planned and directed by a registered Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include patient treatment and documentation of care. The PTAII reports verbally and in writing on patient's response to treatment. PTAII's are assigned patients ranging in age from pediatric to geriatrics. Assignments are dependent on the specific experience, training and demonstrated competence of the assistant and the needs of the patients. The PTA is expected to develop their clinical skills with ultimate responsibility for assuming clinical competency.
Responsibilities
Administers Physical Therapy treatments or portions thereof, as planned and directed by a registered Physical Therapist, to a patient population with varied diagnoses. Age range treated includes pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Staff will be assigned only age ranges for which they meet education, experience and training.
Assists the Physical Therapist in the performance of complex tests and treatment procedures.
Follows established procedures in the use of physical treatment modalities, therapeutic exercise and the use of adaptive equipment, utilizing evidenced based practice as appropriate.
Provides patient/family/Care Partner/caregiver education, initiating as soon as feasible after admission. Works to ensure patient/family/Care Partner/caregiver transfer of knowledge using a variety of techniques (i.e. teach back, demonstration, video, written handouts).
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications
A minimum of 2 yrs experience as a practicing PTA, including demonstrated teaching responsibilities, and evidence of continued education required.
Current State of California licensure required.
Current AHA BLS and Fire Safety cards required.
This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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