Physical Therapist Assistant

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation•HOLLY, MI

25d

About The Position

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapy services under the direction and supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist. The role supports patients’ individualized treatment plans and functional progress, including by communicating patient needs and progress, helping obtain and use adaptive equipment, and maintaining required treatment and billing documentation. The assistant also helps maintain equipment and treatment areas, follows company and regulatory standards, and participates in staff development and continuing education. Rehab Without Walls provides neurorehabilitation in patients’ natural home and community environments, including the home, community, workplace, or school. Its program supports people recovering from brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke/CVA in regaining functional capabilities and independence.

Requirements

Current unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state where practicing.
Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, as required by state regulations.
Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury.
Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services planned, delegated, and supervised by a qualified Physical Therapist in accordance with the patient’s Plan of Treatment.
Regularly confer with the Physical Therapist about the patient’s treatment plan, progress toward goals, questions, and concerns.
Assist with cleaning and maintaining equipment, treatment areas, and department areas.
Report department equipment problems to appropriate personnel so equipment can be maintained in good working order.
Communicate patient needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record.
Assist in securing special adaptive equipment and incorporate its use to improve patient function and enhance the rehabilitation program.
Maintain and submit patient treatment and billing documentation according to required formats and timelines, company and facility requirements, funding-source requirements, and applicable regulations.
Follow the Company’s Code of Conduct, policies, HIPAA requirements, Corporate Compliance programs, professional practice standards, and applicable state and federal laws.
Attend, participate in, and/or conduct internal staff development programs and meetings.
Obtain continuing education as required by company policy and regulations, and maintain and enhance clinical practice skills.