Physical Therapist Assistant

Reliant Rehabilitation•Brockton, MA

7d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Provide physical therapy and related services to patients under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, following physical therapy principles and practices and Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. The role includes delivering ongoing treatment according to a plan of care, supervising Rehab Techs where required, and handling case-management responsibilities. The Physical Therapist Assistant is expected to maintain positive interactions and rapport with facilities and clients, represent Reliant’s commitment to quality and service, and comply with applicable state and federal regulations. Reliant provides rehabilitation therapy services to skilled nursing facilities and long-term acute hospitals. The company describes opportunities for career advancement through continuing education, a clinical ladder, and internal promotion, with clinical training and support systems. Full-time and PRN positions are available; a $7,500 sign-on bonus is available. The stated benefits may include competitive pay, insurance coverage, retirement savings with employer match, paid-time-off programs, continuing education, leadership support, and flexible schedules.

Requirements

Graduate of an APTA-accredited school of physical therapy.
Valid state Physical Therapy Assistant license.
Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation.
Basic Internet navigation skills.
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English, including instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, optimize patients’ functional abilities and skills.
Build a strong physical therapy program.
Develop clinical expertise and professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists, and other professional staff, self-study, and continuing education.
Maintain a valid state license and awareness of issues affecting physical therapy and the health care environment.
Understand relevant payment models, billing and treatment guidelines, and clinically appropriate delivery methods; provide quality care with reasonable goals and outcomes within applicable guidelines.
Follow facility infection-control procedures and environmental-safety protocols.
Maintain professional conduct and positive interactions and rapport with facilities and clients.
Provide ongoing treatment according to the plan of care, supervise Rehab Techs where required, and perform case-management responsibilities.
Comply with state and federal regulations regarding physical therapy.