Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation provides customized neurorehabilitation treatment plans intended to improve patients’ quality of life and functional independence. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy services planned, delegated, and supervised by a qualified Physical Therapist, following each patient’s Plan of Treatment. Care may be delivered in patients’ homes, communities, workplaces, or schools as part of a continuum of care for people recovering from brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or strokes/CVAs. The role includes communicating patient needs and progress to the Physical Therapist, supporting the use of adaptive equipment, maintaining equipment and treatment areas, and completing treatment and billing documentation within required timelines. The assistant follows company policies, professional standards, and applicable regulations, and participates in staff development and continuing education.
Requirements
- Hold a current, unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of practice.
- Hold current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, in accordance with state regulations.
- Demonstrate knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury.
- Communicate effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions.
- Demonstrate 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 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 is maintained in good working order.
- Communicate patient needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assist in securing special adaptive equipment to improve patient function.
- Incorporate adaptive equipment to enhance 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.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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