What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at NPA WorldWide?
Job description :
- Physical Therapist Assistant (Outpatient)
- Join a wonderful organization that values and invests in its employees!
- Full-time, Monday thru Friday
- Competitive compensation and strong benefits!
- About the position :
- As a PTA, you will work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to provide quality patient care. Your role will involve assisting with patient evaluations, implementing treatment plans, and educating patients on home exercise programs.
- Patient Care :
- Assist with patient evaluations, including range of motion, strength testing, and gait analysis.
- Implement treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises, modalities, and manual therapy techniques.
- Educate patients on home exercise programs and provide instruction on the proper use of assistive devices.
- Monitor patient progress and report any changes to the supervising physical therapist.
- Clinical Skills :
- Perform basic therapeutic interventions, such as hot and cold packs, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound.
- Assist with gait training, balance exercises, and strengthening exercises.
- Fabricate and apply simple splints and braces.
- Documentation :
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Adhere to all clinic policies and procedures regarding documentation and billing.
- Teamwork :
- Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Work effectively as part of a team to provide exceptional patient care. Qualifications : Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, or recent graduate Why is This a Great Opportunity :
- Company is invested in helping its employees grow professionally
- Leadership / entrepreneurship programs offered and encouraged
- 250 rehab locations throughout eastern and midwest US
- Option to transfer to another clinic if relocating to another geographical area
- Salary Type
- Hourly
- Salary Min
- Salary Max
- Currency Type
Salary : $25 - $32
