Physical Therapist Assistant
US Physical Therapy•Kansas City, KS
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at ARC Physical Therapy +. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to our patients, ensuring their recovery and well-being.
Requirements
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current state of Missouri license and CPR certification
- Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
- Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office
Nice To Haves
- New graduates are encouraged to apply; we’d love for you to start your career with us!
Responsibilities
- Assist in assessing patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results
- Assist in reviewing the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following established protocols and patient care guidelines
- Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers
- Support in ensuring patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians meets standards
- Assist in completing written plans of care, developing goals based on evaluation findings, and contributing to comprehensive programs to attain goals
- Support in implementing physical therapy treatment programs and providing essential physical therapy treatments
- Communicate effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies, under the guidance of a Physical Therapist
- Assist in ensuring timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports
Benefits
- Competitive pay range
- Incentive plan for clinicians who consistently see a higher number of patients per day
- Additional bonuses for clinicians
- Lower-volume patient base
- Generous yearly Continuing Education Allowance
- Access to MedBridge
- Access to ARC University
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount plans
- Mentorship Program offering clinical guidance for professional growth, specialization, and development
- Student Program
- 401k
- Holidays and paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
