Description

Company Overview: 

With over 25 years of specialized orthopedic experience, Edge PT is a leading healthcare provider in the Napa Valley area. We are dedicated to improving through exceptional rehabilitation services and a commitment to evidence-based personalized care. 

We are currently seeking a skilled and passionate Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our mission driven team. We pride ourselves on our 1:1 care model that prioritizes both PT and patient success. Our clinicians benefit from a generous continuing education allowance, mentorship opportunities, and a facility equipped with state-of-the-art private treatment rooms and a large gym facility. Join us in a setting where professional autonomy is respected and professional development is encouraged. 

Job Summary:

As a Physical Therapist Assistant at EdgePT, you will work under the direction of the physical therapist, assisting patients through recovery from complex orthopedic injuries, to post-surgical rehabilitation, to chronic physical impairments. 

In this role, you will effectively implement advanced manual therapy by following evidence-based interventions & care plans in our well-equipped facility.You will educate and advise patients, families, and caregivers regarding continuing care post-therapy. You will also communicate effectively with the physical therapist and other healthcare professionals for the success of the patient and maintain accurate documentation. At EdgePT, we strive for clinicians to serve as collaborative educators and advocates that dedicate adequate time and resources necessary for delivering exceptional and transformative patient care. 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct evidence-based therapeutic exercises and intervention plans under the instruction of the physical therapist. 
• Assist the physical therapist in the design of evidence-based therapeutic exercises and intervention plans to improve patients’ strength, flexibility, balance, and overall functional abilities in regards to individual patient needs.
• Properly utilize and implement various modalities, equipment, and techniques to aid in patient pain management and recovery in accordance with the treatment plan.
• Maintain meticulous and organized patient records, treatment plan documentation, progress notes, and any modifications made during the course of therapy in compliance with practice standards.
• Communicate effectively with the physical therapist and proactively notify of changes in patient status, progress, and achievements. 
• Empower and teach patients and their families through health literacy education, focusing on injury prevention, home exercise programs, pain management techniques, and care plans.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, occupational therapists, & nurses, to ensure patient care and safety. 
• Commit to ongoing professional development and education in physical therapy techniques, research, and best practices to enhance the quality and standard of care provided.
• Always uphold the highest ethical and professional standards, ensuring patient confidentiality and safety at all times.
• Attend and contribute to regular team meetings and professional development activities to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous 401k/retirement plan, PTO, and set paid holidays
• Continuing education stipend
• Flexible schedule
• Career development and equity opportunities
• Mentorship opportunities

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program
• California State licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, required
• CPR certification, required
• Experience with manual therapy/STM/massage therapy, preferred
• Spanish language skills, preferred

Skills: 

• Proficient knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and biomechanics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Strong ability to follow and implement treatment plans
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Flexible and adaptable to various clinical settings and patient populations.
• Commitment to empathy and patience to work with individuals facing physical challenges.
• Passionate about patient care and well-being
• Strong time-management skills and high attention to detail