We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Bay **Position Overview:** 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:** + Other: Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program. **CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:** + PTA-Registered Physical Therapist Assistant + BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider **DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE** : + Department - SCAH: Auto Insurance + Department - SCAH: DL-Valid Drivers License **TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:** + 1 year of recent relevant experience. **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:** + Critical thinking and problem solving, decisive judgement and ability to work within scope of practice. + Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements. + Ability to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements. + Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies. + Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities. + Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills. + Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement. **Job Shift:** Days **Schedule:** Full Time **Shift Hours:** 8 **Days of the Week:** Monday - Friday, Variable **Weekend Requirements:** Rotating Weekends **Benefits:** Yes **Unions:** Yes **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Weekly Hours:** 40 **Employee Status:** Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $41.28 to $51.50 / hour _The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._