Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Center of Puyallup•Puyallup, WA

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About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct physical rehabilitation care to patients referred by a physician, following treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role is based in skilled nursing facilities serving long-term care residents and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation. Care is delivered collaboratively with nursing, therapy, and medical staff to support patients with varied orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs and help them make functional progress and improve their quality of life.

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.
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 preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist.
Chart appropriately and on time.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Communicate and function productively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
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.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in competency 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, including harassment and compliance procedures, and adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and required compliance training.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and use sound reasoning and judgment.