Physical Therapist Assistant, Per Diem

About the Role

Apple Rehab Colchester is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. Located just off the Town Green in the center of Colchester, we have been providing nursing care and rehabilitation services for more than three decades. Our comprehensive rehabilitation program includes physical, occupational, and speech language therapies, highly-skilled nursing care, and physician-driven programs. The Memory Care Program offers a holistic approach to care for patients and families coping with Alzheimer's and dementia related disorders.

Responsibilities

• Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards and practice guidelines as defined by state of licensure
• Assists the PT in providing physical therapy treatments to residents as determined by the Plan of Care
• Manages caseload with supervisor by scheduling treatment individually or in groups while maintaining efficiency expectations
• Instructs resident, family, and caregivers in PT to be continued upon discharge
• Adheres to PPS guidelines, ensures all PT documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures
• Working with PT, provides oversight and direction of techs and assists in the supervision and education of affiliating students
• Assists in the assurance that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitary, orderly and free from conditions that may cause safety hazards
• Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy
• Fosters feelings of self worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding
• Knows and complies with Residents' Bill of Rights
• Reports all grievances and resident complaints to administrator and/or Director of Nursing immediately
• Maintains own professional competence as well as learning new creative trends in PT treatment through participation in continuing education, seminars and training programs
• Attends all mandatory in-services

Qualifications

• Graduate of APTA accredited PTA school and eligible for licensure in the state they are practicing in
• Prior long-term care experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term disability and life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)