PhysicalTherapyAssistant,HomeHealth

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Bay **Position Overview:** **$10000 sign-on bonus available to external candidates - in accordance with Sutter Health policy + excellent benefits!** The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is a State-approved professional health care worker who provides specialized tasks within the established plan of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). The PTA performs selected measurement procedures and implements treatment programs for home health and hospice patients who have been evaluated by a Physical Therapist. The PTA is responsible for documentation of patient care activities provided and performs special projects as assigned. **Job Description** : **EDUCATION** * _Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._ * Other: Graduate of approved school for Physical Therapy Assistants, as defined by the board, with documentation of approval to practice as a PTA by the Physical Therapy Board of California. **CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE** * PTA-Registered Physical Therapist Assistant * BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider * Current PPD * DL-Valid Drivers License Class C or B * AUTO-Automobile Insurance **PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:** * 1 Minimum of one year of experience in acute care, home health or community health setting. * 1 One year of experience in a home health setting. * 5 Direct patient care experience within the past five years. **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE** * Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills in English (both verbal and written); legible handwriting for documentation of patient records in a clear and concise manner. * Basic understanding of home care services, clinical standards of physical therapy care and practice, Title XXII, Medicare Conditions of Participation, JCAHO home health accreditation requirements, QI audits, infection control, and reimbursement patterns for Medicare and other pay