Physical Therapist Assistant

Mishock Physical Therapy & Associates•Phoenixville, PA

About The Position

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at Mishock PT. 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. 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

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
New graduates are encouraged to apply; we’d love for you to start your career with us!
Current state of Pennsylvania 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

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