What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant position at Holy Angels, Inc.?
This is a rare opportunity for you to follow your heart to work every day to support the remarkable residents of Holy Angels. You can make a difference each time you work with a resident or teammate. You will find so much joy and happiness in this mission of providing compassionate, dependable care and opportunities for high-quality living to those with intellectual developmental disabilities and delicate medical conditions.
Experience “mercy moments” when heaven and earth intersect to witness what some might call a miracle. Help these angels meet and exceed their goals. Find joy in their beaming smiles as you help provide the highest possible quality of life for our residents. Holy Angels is a special place of loving, living and learning for the differently able.
Looking for a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to start ASAP!
Basic Schedule: Full-time position; 80 hour bi-weekly schedule; Hourly
Basic Job Description/Responsibilities for LPTA:
- Works with assigned residents in one-on-one setting to surpass set goals and experience “mercy moments," as we like to say.
- Acts as champion and liaison for residents in terms of orthopedic evaluations, selection of adaptive equipment and any needed services. This includes developing splint and positioning schedule guidelines.
- Serves as a member of the clinical and target teams to identify best ways to support residents.
- Coordinates programming and consults with Physical Therapist to provide highest quality of life for the residents.
- Helps provide unique opportunities for residents, including operating and coordinating therapeutic spa program.
- Supports teammates by providing regular in-service training in regards to Physical Therapy.
- Highlights successes by residents by providing accurate progress notes.
- Attends scheduled appointments with physician(s) and documents staff task capabilities to ensure safety of residents and employees.
Required Job Skills/Experience: Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant in North Carolina.
Preferred Job Skills/Experience: Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At least one year of experience in related field.
Amazing Benefits for Eligible Staff! Competitive Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, and much more!!!
About Holy Angels:
Holy Angels is a place unlike any other. Conveniently located right outside of Charlotte in the city of Belmont, this is a special place! You have the unique opportunity to bring your heart to work each and every day, as you work with the residents and participants we serve. An atmosphere of caring compassion and respect for our staff, residents and participants are fostered in each home and program. This is a hallmark of the Holy Angels mission and ministry. If you were to visit Holy Angels, you would see love in action at every level of the organization, all to benefit the children and adults we serve. On a daily basis, each staff member provides loving care for the residents, helping each one reach their highest potential
