Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

PACS•Charleston, SC

3d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Johns Island Post Acute is a gorgeous 132-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility in Johns Island SC, just 10 minutes away from historic downtown Charleston. We are excited to grow our Therapy Department with an amazing Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)! If you’re passionate about helping residents achieve their highest level of independence and want to work with a supportive team that appreciates all you do — we’d love to meet you! The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.

Requirements

Physical Therapy Assistant Degree from an accredited college/university
Valid, unencumbered South Carolina PTA license (Required)
Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Net Health and Point Click Care.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility.
CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a fast-paced, high-admissions healthcare setting preferred
A strong desire to help residents reach their highest level of functioning

Responsibilities

Assisting the Physical Therapist with patient care related to physical activities
Helping residents improve mobility, strength, and overall function
Encouraging and motivating residents throughout their rehab journey
Documenting treatments and resident progress accurately
Collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to provide exceptional care
Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist.
Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
Participate in Resident Care conferences and/or Rehabilitation meetings, as needed.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Communicates routinely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.