Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The PTA follows treatment plans established by the supervising PT, documents care appropriately, and uses therapy software accurately. The role requires effective communication and collaboration with patients, families, support departments, and an interdisciplinary team, as well as dependable attendance, sound judgment, and a positive, professional approach to patient care. The PTA must be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program and hold an active registration or license in the applicable state, maintained in good standing throughout employment. CPR certification is required upon hire or must be obtained during orientation and kept current. One year of experience is preferred, though new graduates are welcome to apply.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
- Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
- Knowledge of practices and procedures, and of the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
- Ability to maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality and to follow company policies and compliance procedures.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience; new graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Follow physical therapy treatment plans established by the supervising PT.
- Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
- Liaise with patients, families, support departments, and others to plan adequately for patient needs.
- Communicate and function productively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
- Follow company policies, confidentiality requirements, compliance procedures, and Life Care’s Code of Conduct; complete required compliance training.
- Perform work in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and department policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate good body mechanics and perform required movement and physical activities during working hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
