Physical Therapy Assistant

Marian Regional Medical Center, a 191-bed facility located in Santa Maria, California, is recognized as one of the Top 250 Hospitals in the Nation by Healthgrades and was awarded Best Maternity Care by Newsweek. It ranks among 10% in the nation for safety core measures in cardiac services and has the only comprehensive cancer treatment and resource program from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Marian’s beautiful mission-style facility houses the latest technology to support excellent physicians and caregivers who deliver compassionate care each and every day. Marian Regional Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southwest Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Marian's offers Santa Maria Valley residents access to the most advanced technologies, an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, neonatal intensive care unit, and an array of women's services.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

About this position

Assist Physical Therapist by effectively and safely performing documenting and providing feedback on portions of comprehensive physical therapy programs that enable patients to achieve maximum outcomes including functional abilities and quality of life following disease or injury and for injury prevention/wellness. Interacts with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated patient care. Participates actively in departmental activities such as programs projects and performance improvement. Offers input on departmental and rehabilitation services planning development policies and procedures. May precept students.

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Minimum Requirements:

• One (1) Year Acute Care 
• Graduate of accredited physical therapy assistant program
• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of California. (LIC PTA)

• Current CPR through American Heart Association (CT CPRBLS)

Special Skills:

• Effective oral and written communication skills, clearly, concisely, accurately. Possesses good interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of the principles, techniques and procedures within the scope of their practice as Licensed Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently.
• Demonstrates ability to function in a team environment, collaborating with other patient-care team members, physicians, patient, and their families.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.