CWHH - Physical Therapy Assistant (contract)

Essential Functions

• Administers the physical therapy treatment plan as developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Administers non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities to patients.
• Accurately documents daily, weekly or monthly records of clients' status. Submits clinical paperwork to the office on time each week.
• Attends educational meetings and coordinates and contributes to department in-services.
• Notifies physical therapist, Clinical Manager or Branch/Clinical Director of any equipment failures, lack of supplies, staff or client changes and any other departmental changes.
• Schedules clients and performs varied office tasks.
• Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in performing patient care activities.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Promotes compliance with all fiscal intermediaries and/or other third party payors, through education, coaching and other assistance as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the physical, emotional, social and biological changes that occur in the geriatric population.
• Self-directed, enthusiastic and accepts constructive feedback.
• Maintains current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
• Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and cooperatively as an effective team member.
• Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing and standing.

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy - Required.
• Proof of current CPR certification - Required.
• Current driver's license - Required.
• Must have reliable transportation and insurance - Required.
• 2 years experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant - Required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy assistant with an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy - Required.

Pay

Pay Rate Range: 43 - 48 USD hourly

Additional Notes

The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.

CenterWell and its subsidiaries comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. CenterWell and its subsidiaries do not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. Benefits Information: Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility Medical, Dental, Vision Short-Term Disability (STD) Long-Term Disability (LTD) Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance 401(K) Commuter Benefit Program