Physical Therapy Assistant-PRN

About the Role

Azria Health is building on the traditions of the past with a focus on the future, delivering quality care to residents. We believe happy team members make happy residents and strive to provide a path for personal and professional growth, a great atmosphere, an outstanding team, and the tools to be a great employee.

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in the applicable State; must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment
• One (1) year experience in post-acute care or related setting preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; must remain current during employment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care
• Ability to implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
• Proficiency in patient rights, safety, and sanitation
• Strong interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with associates, vendors, patients, and families
• Adherence to confidentiality policies and Life Care’s Code of Conduct
• Completion of mandatory compliance training

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising PT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients as needed
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate, use reasoning skills, and exercise good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times

Skills

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English