Physical Therapy Assistant
Company: Freedom Home Health and Hospice Care Services
Location: Grass Valley
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The physical therapy assistant provides
physical therapy services under the direction of the physical
therapist and according to the physician's plan of care. ESSENTIAL
JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides direct physical therapy
according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance
with the physician's plan of care. 2. Treats patient to relieve
pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum
performance. 3. Directs and aids patients in active and passive
therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional
training, transfer activities and prosthetic training. 4. Utilizes
physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold,
water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage. 5. Observes and
reports to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel
the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s
condition. 6. Instructs patients in care and use of wheelchairs,
braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices. 7.
Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes,
which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record in
prescribed time frames. 8. Participates in Organization Home Care
Team Members meetings and Organization Inservice Education Program.
9. Performs other duties as assigned. The above statements are
intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and
responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The
incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than
those stated in this description. HOME HEALTH IV Freedom Home
Health and Hospice Care Services Inc. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1.
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with
either an Associate’s degree in science or applied science that is
approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc. 2. Current
certification or license as required by state law. 3. Possesses and
maintains current CPR certification. 4. Must be a licensed driver
with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or
organization requirements and is in good working order. Willing to
hire H-1B Visa workers and assist with housing.
Keywords: Freedom Home Health and Hospice Care Services, San Rafael , Physical Therapy Assistant, Healthcare , Grass Valley, California
