Physical Therapist Assistant | PTA
About The Position
Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy services in accordance with a patient’s Plan of Treatment, under the planning, delegation, and supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist. The program delivers neurorehabilitation in patients’ natural home and community environments, including the home, workplace, or school, to help people affected by brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke regain functional capabilities and independence. The role involves coordinating regularly with the Physical Therapist, supporting patients’ rehabilitation with adaptive equipment, maintaining treatment and equipment areas, and completing patient treatment and billing documentation. The assistant must follow company policies, professional practice standards, and applicable regulations and laws, and participate in staff development and continuing education. Salary: USD $40.00–$42.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Current unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state where practicing.
- Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, in accordance with state regulations.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury.
- Effective and professional verbal and written communication.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 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.
- Confer regularly with the Physical Therapist regarding 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 to help ensure equipment remains in good working order.
- Communicate patient needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assist in securing adaptive equipment to improve function.
- Incorporate adaptive equipment into the rehabilitation program.
- Maintain and submit patient treatment and billing documentation in the formats and timelines required by the company, facility, funding source, and applicable regulations.
- Adhere to 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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