Physical Therapist Assistant

Presbyterian Homes & Services•Cottage Grove, MN

15d•$30 - $35•Hybrid

About The Position

Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS • We Have a Place for YOU • Apply Today! Find purpose and passion in your work with a team focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling to serve. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry, focused on serving older adults, empowering them to live their best lives wherever they call home! You benefit from a cohesive, in-house therapy team and supportive organization with opportunities to learn and grow. Optage is the Home & Community based division of PHS and is seeking a Full Time integrated Physical Therapist Assistant serving in both a home health and out patient care environment in communities throughout the Twin Cities metro area including Cottage Grove and Apple Valley.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current licensure in the state(s) of practice as required.
Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Responsibilities

Provide treatment per the established plan of care and in accordance with physician orders.
Assist in identifying goals, prioritizing treatment, and selecting appropriate interventions.
Continuously assess changes in functional deficits and adjust treatment as appropriate.
Provide education to residents/clients, families, caregivers, and staff.
Collaborate with therapist on observations, progress towards goals, and recommended updates to plan of care and discharge.
Provide accurate and timely documentation & billing in electronic medical record.
Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of payer sources and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with therapist on supervisory visits per regulations.
Communicate effectively with residents/clients, families, caregivers, physicians, referral sources, and interdisciplinary team.