Physical Therapist Assistant, Per Diem

Apple Rehab Colchester•Colchester, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Apple Rehab Colchester, located just off the Town Green in the center of Colchester, has been providing the community with unsurpassed nursing care & rehabilitation services for more than three decades. Through a full complement of physical, occupational and speech language therapies, highly-skilled nursing care and physician-driven programs, Apple Rehab Colchester provides a comprehensive rehabilitation program to meet your needs. Recognizing the multiple dimensions of health and wellness, the Memory Care Program at Apple Rehab Colchester provides a comprehensive, holistic approach to care in addition to contemporary pharmacological based treatment modalities. Our treatment plans are designed to compassionately care for patients and families coping with Alzheimer’s and dementia related disorders, incorporating the environment of care, coaching, life strategies, and medication management. Come grow with us! Are you ready to work for a company that is uniquely different; an organization that is committed to your personal and professional growth? Then come join the team at Apple Rehab, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team!

Requirements

Graduate of APTA accredited PTA school and eligible for licensure in the state they are practicing in.

Nice To Haves

Prior long-term care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides quality resident care to enable the resident to achieve and maintain the maximum level of functional ability while maintaining positive level of interaction with facility and resident.
Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards and practice guidelines as defined by state of licensure.
Assists the PT in providing physical therapy treatments to residents as determined by the Plan of Care.
Manages caseload with supervisor by scheduling treatment individually or in groups while maintaining efficiency expectations.
Instructs resident, family, and caregivers in PT to be continued upon discharge.
Adheres to PPS guidelines, ensures all PT documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures.
Working with PT, provides oversight and direction of techs and assists in the supervision and education of affiliating students.
Assists in the assurance that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitary, orderly and free from conditions that may cause safety hazards.
Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy.
Fosters feelings of self worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding.
Knows and complies with Residents’ Bill of Rights.
Reports all grievances and resident complaints to administrator and/or Director of Nursing immediately.
Maintains own professional competence as well as learning new creative trends in PT treatment through participation in continuing education, seminars and training programs.
Attends all mandatory in-services.