Physical Therapy Assistant

Pta Summary

Pta works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient's treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.
• Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

Entry Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program
• Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Physical Demands And Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, using hands or fingers, reaching with hands and arms, feeling, talking, and hearing.
• Occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Other Requirements

• Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s protected health information.
• Maintains compliance with company policies, procedures, and state and federal law regarding the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information.

Pta Benefits

• 401K
• Annual Performance Evaluations
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Appreciation Events