Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Holy Angels•Belmont, NC

About The Position

This is a rare opportunity for you to follow your heart to work with you every day to support the remarkable residents of Holy Angels. You can make a difference every time you work with a resident or teammate. You will find so much joy and happiness in this mission. Experience “mercy moments” when heaven and earth intersect to witness what some might call a miracle. Help these angels meet and exceed their goals. Find joy in their beaming smiles as you help provide the highest possible quality of life for our residents. Holy Angels is a special place of loving, living and learning for the differently able. Looking for a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to start ASAP! Basic Schedule: Full-time position; 80 hour bi-weekly schedule; Hourly Holy Angels is a place unlike any other. Conveniently located right outside of Charlotte in the city of Belmont, this is a special place! You have the unique opportunity to bring your heart to work each and every day, as you work with the residents and participants we serve. An atmosphere of caring compassion and respect for our staff, residents and participants are fostered in each home and program. This is a hallmark of the Holy Angels mission and ministry. If you were to visit Holy Angels, you would see love in action at every level of the organization, all to benefit the children and adults we serve. On a daily basis, each staff member provides loving care for the residents, helping each one reach their highest potential

Requirements

Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state in which practicing

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities
At least one year of experience in related field.

Responsibilities

Works with assigned residents in one-on-one setting to surpass set goals and experience “mercy moments”, as we like to say.
Act as champion and liaison for residents in terms of orthopedic evaluations, selection of adaptive equipment and any needed services. This includes developing splint and positioning schedule guidelines.
Serves as a member of the clinical and target teams to identify best ways to support residents.
Coordinates programming and consults with Physical Therapist to provide highest quality of life for the residents.
Help provide unique opportunities for residents, including operating and coordinating therapeutic spa program.
Support teammates by providing regular in-service training in regards to Physical Therapy.
Highlight successes by residents by providing accurate progress notes.
Attend scheduled appointments with physician(s) and document staff task capabilities to ensure safety of residents and employee.