Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Regional Therapy Services team. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will contribute to patient goal development and identify barriers to discharge. Your patient-centered care approach will ensure effective treatment planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and develop intervention plans that align with the patient's plan of care, utilizing evidence-based methods for remediation, restoration, compensation, adaptation, disability prevention, and health promotion.
• Deliver high-quality interventions, assess goal progress, and modify approaches as needed in collaboration with the therapy team.
• Orient patients, families, and relevant parties to physical therapy evaluation and treatment procedures, providing targeted education and training under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Provide guidance and oversight to therapy assistants and aides in a collaborative manner.
• Develop and document comprehensive discharge plans when patients have achieved their goals or reached maximum benefit from therapy, offering follow-up resources and support as necessary.
• Gather and document essential patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial plans of care, ensuring compliance with insurance guidelines and regulations.
• Meet third-party payer requirements by maintaining accurate documentation within established window periods and adhering to relevant insurance standards.
• Conduct pain assessments and implement appropriate actions according to standard operating procedures.
• Pursue other duties as assigned or required to meet departmental needs.