What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant Specialist position at La Villa Grande Care Center?
Company Overview
La Villa Grande Care Center is part of Stellar Senior Living, a premier skilled nursing and memory care provider in the Western United States. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and service to our residents, while maintaining a positive work environment for our employees.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out an individualized program of physical therapy under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. This includes assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will have knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of our patients. They must be able to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations and have at least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide. A graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program and current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners are also required.
Key responsibilities include:
- Direct patient care
- Evaluates functional needs and outcomes
- Consults with other specialists
- Reviews patients' functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development
- Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care
- Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients' functional goals
- Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes
- Practices hospital and departmental policies and procedures
- Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans
- Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs
- Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- A graduate degree from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program
- At least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide
- A current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
- Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient to fulfill job requirements
- Ability to make independent decisions and solve practical problems
- Ability to listen actively and evaluate social situations objectively
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary range of $25-$35 per hour, depending on experience. Other benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time-off, flexibility with schedules, tuition assistance, company-sponsored training, referral program, and more.
Salary : $25 - $35
