Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients referred by a physician, under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). The role must be performed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and Life Care standards. The PTA follows treatment plans established under the supervising PT, documents care accurately and promptly, uses therapy software, and contributes to patient safety and service quality. The position works with patients, families, support departments, and an interdisciplinary team, and may participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
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 functions in a post-acute care facility.
- 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 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.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Communicate and function 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, and company policies.
- 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.
- Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
