Physical Therapist Assistant

About the role

We provide Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy services in post-acute settings and are seeking talented, dynamic clinicians who share our passion for excellence and collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Provides Therapy services established by the Physical Therapist (PT) in the patient Plan of Care.
• Provides therapy services under the supervision of a PT as determined by the Registered Therapist and in compliance with State and Federal guidelines.
• Consults with PT regarding changes in treatment or condition in a timely manner.
• Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including daily notes and assisting the PT to create progress notes, discharge summaries, or monthly reports as needed.
• Sets up and maintains equipment in good working order prior to providing care to patients.
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques.
• Participates in care planning meetings, rehab meetings and family training in order to communicate patient progress as requested by PT, Director of Rehab or Rehab Resource Consultant.
• Fulfills all organizational and facility policies and procedures to ensure employee and patient safety.
• Maintains a clean environment.
• Attends required meetings, in-services and functions as designated by the Director of Rehab and /or the Rehab Resource Consultant.
• Collaborates with other team members to coordinate treatment goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of Associate of Arts in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Licensure/Certification: Licensure or Certification as required by State guidelines.
• CPR Certification.
• Experience: 1 year Physical Therapy Assistant experience preferred. 1-2 years experience in a residential/ assisted living or skilled nursing facility preferred. Graduates in Physical Therapy Assistant program will be considered.