Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Center of Crossville•Crossville, TN

12d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral and under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA works in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards, follows treatment plans established by the supervising PT, and supports patient needs through communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (ASPT).
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and maintain current certification throughout employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
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.
One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Follow physical therapy treatment plans under the direction of the supervising PT.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Apply knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facility functions.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information; follow company policies and compliance procedures and complete required compliance training.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Use good body mechanics and exercise sound reasoning and judgment.