Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Center of Kennewick•Kennewick, WA

About The Position

The Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant provides direct physical rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral and under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The position is based in a skilled nursing facility setting serving long-term care residents and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation after surgery, illness, or injury. Care is delivered collaboratively with nursing, therapy, and medical staff to help patients make functional progress and improve their quality of life. The role follows physical therapy treatment plans, documents care, uses therapy software, and communicates with patients, families, support departments, and the interdisciplinary team. New graduates are welcome to apply; one year of experience is preferred. The posting describes the position as full-time PRN.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program (ASPT).
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, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide direct physical rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Follow physical therapy treatment plans established under the direction of 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.
Assist in evacuating patients.
Communicate and work productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Follow applicable practices, procedures, laws, regulations, guidelines, company policies, and department programs and objectives.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality.
Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and professional conduct.