Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Join our exceptional team as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) today! Be a part of a rewarding mission where your care and compassion directly impact on our residents' lives. Together, we create a culture of growth, support, and dedication, ensuring that both our residents and team members thrive.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer Treatments: Provide physical therapy treatments to patients/residents based on the therapy plan of care established by the Physical Therapist and in accordance with the State Practice Act.
• Data Collection: Gather data for patient/resident screens and report findings to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Documentation: Record patient/resident responses to treatments and communicate these observations to the supervising Physical Therapist. Maintain accurate records of daily progress, weekly summaries, and therapy summary sheets.
• Patient/Resident Progress: Participate in consultations and educational programs aimed at improving patient/resident care and staff performance as directed by the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Family Education: Instruct patients/residents, their families, and/or caregivers in physical therapy recommendations to continue after discharge as advised by the Physical Therapist.
• Safety and Sanitation: Ensure that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitized, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• In-Service Participation: Attend scheduled in-service programs related to work topics, as directed by the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Student Supervision: Assist in the supervision and education of affiliating students, in accordance with the State Practice Act and regulations.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the Physical Therapist or Director of Rehabilitation, within the scope of the State Practice Act and regulations.
• Compliance: Demonstrate a working knowledge of, and comply with, the facility’s compliance program, policies, and procedures, as well as applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Confidentiality: Ensure compliance with the protection of patient/resident health information and company-sensitive information, adhering to company policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an APTA-accredited physical therapist assistant program and eligible for licensure in the state in which the program is located.
• Experience: Prior experience in a long-term care setting is preferred but not required.
  
  
  

If you are dedicated to helping patients regain their mobility and improve their quality of life, apply now to become part of our team as a Physical Therapist Assistant!