Physical Therapy Assistant

Position Description:

The Physical Therapy Assistant is a clinical position which is responsible for the co-treatment and co-management of personal injury, other third party and wellness patients.

Position Duties:

The position requires the following primary duties to be successful:

• Performs all clinical duties as it relates to the care of patients at AICA Orthopedics
• Co-manages relationships and communication among local physical therapy department and team members
• Effectively communicates clinical and non-clinical information as it pertains to the patients with other PTA’s, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Director, staff chiropractors, clinic directors, chiropractic administrators, Director of Clinics, orthopedic and medical managers, and/or ELT as deemed necessary

Position Expectations:

• Co-manage daily operations for physical therapy services of their local office to ensure execution of the company’s mission and goals
• Exhibit exceptional knowledge of all components of personal injury and/or third-party liability services lines
• Effectively treat, document, and manage all aspects of a patients care and personal injury case
• Willingness and ability to travel to other AICA locations to perform the same or similar physical therapy duties
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Know your metrics and Key Performance Indicators
• Help ensure facility is clean, safe, and inviting
• Be organized and efficient
• Be passionate and professional
• Be smart, work smart
• Lead by example
• Have a positive attitude
• Be a positive agent for change to enhance the improvements to the physical therapy program’s performance and productivity

Position Requirements:

• Physical Therapy Assistant degree from and accredited program with certification for AND:

Experience:

• no previous experience required, outpatient orthopedics experience a plus

Preferred:

• Ability to effectively multi-task under time pressure.
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Be team oriented and able to work with various managers, staff, and providers
• Be able to make sound decisions while on the move in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interact, engage and communicate effectively with team members, licensed medical providers, patients, and executive management when necessary

Position Miscellaneous:

Physical Demands:

• frequent sitting, bending, stooping walking, lifting up to 20-40 pounds, and periods of uninterrupted standing.
• Salaried exempt
• Ability to interact, engage and communicate effectively with executive management, team members, licensed medical providers, and patients