Physical Therapist Assistant

About the role

We are Regency Omak Rehabilitation & Nursing, specializing in skilled nursing and long-term care services. We treat each of our residents with individualized compassionate care in a nurturing environment. We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Assumes clinical responsibility in an assigned facility.
• Direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Performs administrative duties as assigned.
• Follows the plan of care, instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait training, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the supervising nurse, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy in which they can participate to assist the patient.
• Visits patient according to Plan of Treatment; complete a daily note for each visit.
• Participates in developing the Plan of Treatment as needed with communication with the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Adheres to Therapy Standards of Practice in the provision of services to all patients.
• Reports to the Physical Therapist information relating to the patient’s progress, complication, and /or response to treatment.
• Aid the Physical Therapist in performing procedures, tests, and complex treatment to ensure the safe, effective evaluation and treatment of patients.

Requirements

• Currently possess a degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited institution.
• Possess, prior to, onboarding and maintain a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in assigned State.
• Must be able to take direction from registered therapists and other team members to promote patient treatment and safety.
• Must be able to work independently with periodic (daily or less) support and direction.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Physical Therapy Assistant Certification.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and protocols.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance.
• Prescription Drug Coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more).
• 401-K.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and may vary based on department needs.