Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant / LPTA

Friendship • Roanoke, VA

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About The Position

Friendship is seeking a full-time Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) to join the Friendship Health & Rehab South team in Roanoke, Virginia. The LPTA provides physical therapy treatment under the guidance of a Physical Therapist.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state of Virginia.
• The position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day.
• Frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a long-term care or rehabilitation facility.

Responsibilities

• Implement and execute goal-oriented treatment plans and programs established by a Physical Therapist, in coordination with other departments.
• Follow departmental, organizational, and regulatory agency policies and procedures.
• Operate departmental and therapeutic equipment proficiently and safely.
• Communicate appropriately and promptly with doctors, medical and rehabilitation team members, the department head, resident families, and others, as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist and departmental policies.
• Monitor treatment plan progress and notify the Physical Therapist of deficiencies requiring adjustments.
• Participate in program development, quality assurance, and improvement efforts.
• Meet quality, efficiency, and customer service requirements outlined in Friendship’s policies and procedures.
• Supervise and collaborate with rehabilitation aides and technicians, students, and others as assigned.
• Identify opportunities to improve resident care quality and departmental operations.
• Follow infection control protocols to support facility and resident safety.
• Participate in facility in-services and continuing education related to facility policies and procedures and physical therapy.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education assistance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary insurance, including additional life, accident, critical illness, and short-term disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree