Physical Therapist Assistant

Citrus Heights Post Acute Citrus Heights CA Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour (DOE)

Citrus Heights Post Acute is seeking a compassionate motivated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our dedicated rehabilitation team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside skilled therapists and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals in a patient-centered post-acute setting where your clinical expertise directly impacts residents recovery independence and quality of life.

If you are passionate about helping residents regain strength mobility and confidence we would love to meet you!

• Competitive pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour based on experience
• Supportive and collaborative therapy team
• Modern rehabilitation environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents lives
• Ongoing professional development and continuing education support
• Stable healthcare organization with growth opportunities

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide therapeutic treatments and rehabilitation services that help residents achieve their highest level of functional independence.

• Provide physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Accurately complete all required documentation in accordance with facility state federal and payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment through adherence to infection control and safety standards.
• Participate in care plan meetings interdisciplinary team meetings and rehabilitation conferences as needed.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and assist with training restorative nursing aides.
• Communicate resident progress goals and discharge planning updates with the supervising therapist and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate residents families and caregivers regarding treatment plans home exercise programs safety awareness mobility techniques and fall prevention.
• Recommend and coordinate appropriate durable medical equipment including walkers canes splints grab bars and other assistive devices.
• Assist with quality assurance initiatives and rehabilitation program development.
• Provide facility in-service education and training as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Build positive relationships with residents families staff members and healthcare partners.

• Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Experience in skilled nursing post-acute care rehabilitation or long-term care preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and healthcare software such as Net Health and PointClickCare preferred.

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the State of California.
• License must remain active and in good standing.
• Current CPR certification if required by state regulations or facility policy.
• Ability to meet ongoing continuing education requirements.

We are looking for a PTA who:

• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys working with geriatric and rehabilitation populations.
• Thrives in a team-oriented healthcare environment.
• Is organized detail-oriented and committed to clinical excellence.
• Has a genuine passion for improving residents mobility independence and quality of life.

If youre a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant looking to join a compassionate team that values clinical excellence and resident outcomes apply today and become part of the Citrus Heights Post Acute family.

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour DOE

License/Certification Required:

• California Physical Therapist Assistant License (Required)

Work Setting:

• Skilled Nursing Facility
• Post-Acute Rehabilitation
• Long-Term Care