Physical Therapist Assistant

Responsibilities

• Carries out physical therapy programs for participants and assists in planning/revising program services.
• Provides education to participants, caregivers, and staff in accordance with physician orders and InnovAge policies and regulations.
• Attends to physical therapy treatment in areas such as modality, therapeutic and functional mobility, and other services outlined in the participant care plan (PCP).
• Trains participants and caregivers on personalized programs.
• Reports patient incidents or variances to the supervising Physical Therapist immediately.
• Collaborates with the Physical Therapist to determine the continuation, modification, or termination of the treatment plan.
• Educates patients and families about their care plans.
• Presents in-service programs as assigned and participates in patient care planning meetings.
• Trains Day Center aides on maximizing participant safety and functioning.
• Orders durable medical equipment (DME) according to IGCP procedures with approval from the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Performs basic maintenance of DME and department equipment, and documents repairs and purchases.
• Notifies the Physical Therapist of urgent status changes in active rehab participants within 24 hours and documents these changes in progress notes.
• Arranges DME provisions and fittings for participants.
• Ensures participants and caregivers understand the DME loan program and policies, and obtains signatures on loan agreements.
• Instructs participants and caregivers on the use and maintenance of equipment provided.
• Directs rehab aides in carrying out rehab program services and activities, including positioning, mobility, and safety, and home exercise program supervision.
• Communicates with the Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team (IDT) to integrate services into the overall POC for participants.

Requirements

• Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited PTA associate degree program.
• Passing the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) for PTAs administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT).
• Valid and unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state where services are provided.
• State-issued driver’s license, personal transportation, good driving record, and auto insurance as required by law.
• A minimum of one year experience working with the frail or elderly.
• Experience with and understanding of the state practice act as it applies to the role of Physical Therapist Assistant in a health care setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in an organized and understandable manner to family members and caregivers.
• Knowledge of and experience with the state practice act as it applies to the role of Physical Therapist Assistant in a health care setting.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in computer systems, particularly those used for medical charting and DME management.

Benefits

InnovAge offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Lifetime life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays.

Pay

The posted pay range for this position is $31.01 - $38.80 per hour. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location.