University of California, Irvine
Location
Orange, California
Independently initiate and perform patient treatments using various procedures and modalities under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include providing patient education, completing progress notes, and coordinating care for pediatric patients.
Must possess a current valid Physical Therapy Assistant License and a minimum of two years of experience treating at least three types of patient conditions. Candidates must demonstrate strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively in English.
Your Role on the Team
Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, incumbents independently initiate and perform patient treatments using various procedures, modalities and instructions. In addition, will perform related patient care activities such as removing & reapplying dressings, providing transportation, providing patient education, completing daily progress notes, and ensuring accurate charge entry. Prepares schedules for patients' treatment, and cleans and disinfects equipment as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. If assigned to work with infants and children aged 0 to 21, CCS paneling/approval will be required within one year of hire if qualify for CCS paneling requirement. Attends discharge planning meetings for children with discharge needs applicable to the discipline. Assures that the non CCS paneled therapists/ therapy assts and Rehab Techs will be supervised by a CCS paneled therapist for the care provided to children aged 0-21. Participates in care coordination activities when children are being discharged with therapy and coordinates the transfer of care to the CCS Medical Therapy Units in the school system as appropriate.
What It Takes to be Successful
Must possess the skill, knowledge, and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties Must possess current valid Physical Therapy Assistant License Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job Minimum of two years experience and the ability to treat 3 or more types of patient conditions (CVA, SCI, TBI, Peds, Ortho, burns, hand etc.) Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization
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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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