Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Seaford, DE

3h

About The Position

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives as the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies. We help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school. With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We deliver personalized care where and when it's needed most. Powerback is a new way of delivering recovery, rehabilitation, respiratory, and wellness services to patients across the nation, providing an empowered approach to achieving full potential through integrated and individualized solutions. Our reimagined approach to rehabilitation connects directly to the patient experience, centered on transforming the road to recovery and helping patients get their power back. It's patient-centered care that provides a sustainable way of feeling better, moving better, breathing better, and living better. The Physical Therapist Assistant will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population, which could be a patient's private residence or a patient's room in an independent living facility. Powerback Rehabilitation To You allows the Physical Therapy Assistant to evaluate and treat in the most functional environment, the patient's home. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. This position provides a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.

Requirements

• Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.

Responsibilities

• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
• Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
• Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including but not limited to: Therapeutic exercise including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training; Functional training; Manual therapy; Airway clearance techniques; Integumentary repair and protection; Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities; Health and Wellness; Falls Risk Interventions; Chronic Disease Management Education.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members.
• Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more.
• Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed