Physical Therapist Assistant

Presbyterian Homes•Roseville, MN

54d•$30 - $33

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 Physical Therapist Assistant in the West Metro. SCHEDULE/HOURS: Monday - Friday WHY BECOME A THERAPIST WITH PHS? Great work/life balance and flexible schedules Competitive pay and annual increases Use your strengths to serve multiple settings - TCU/SNF, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home Health, and Outpatient Spend more time with your residents/clients with reasonable productivity expectations Paid mileage and drive time if traveling between communities Access to online continuing education courses & podcasts Scholarship program - awards up to $5,250 per year! May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Opportunities for growth and internal promotion!

Requirements

Graduate for an accredited program for physical therapy assistants.
Current licensure in the state of practice as required
Competence in physical therapy treatment and documentation according to the Standards of Practice
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.