What are the responsibilities and job description for the PTA position at Good Shepherd Communities?
Position Details: per diem
Benefits with full-time employment include; Medical, Dental &
Vision insurance. Paid vacation, paid time off (PTO) and Holiday pay.
403(b) retirement plan with company sponsored match. Paid life insurance.
Job duties: Will report directly to the supervising PT regarding clinical and documentation skills, will
follow treatment plan as established by the PT. Will report to the therapy Coordinator regarding routine
daily operations and to the Rehab Director for all Paid Time Off approval, operational procedures,
staff/personnel issues, compliance to all professional standards.
*Responsible for treatment of patients who demonstrate disorders of musculoskeletal deficiencies,
neurological conditions, weakness, paralysis, postural deficit. Treatment will only be conducted after a
written order is received from the physician.
*Responsible for screening of residents of the facility.
*Completion of all necessary documentation
* Attending all required facility meetings and in-services, including Medicare meetings, patient staffing,
family meetings, care plans.
*May assist the PT Supervisor, Therapy Coordinator and Rehab Director in program development.
*Assist the facility in meeting the standards necessary to obtain state, federal, and other appropriate
certification.
*Employ and follow all appropriate facility infection control policies and procedures and will respect and
follow OBRA Resident’s Rights Guidelines.
*Will contact the Therapy Coordinator and Rehab Director if productivity levels consistently fall below or
exceed the standard to indicate the need for additional staffing or the need for assistance in screening
and identifying residents in need of PT services.
*Responsible for the scheduling and completing of in-services for facility staff education.
* Present her/himself in a professional manner at all times including professional conduct, professional
communication, and appropriate dress while in the facility.
*Other duties as assigned.
