Physical Therapy Assistant-Full Time

Rennes Group • Weston, WI

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About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant assists the physical therapist in carrying out individualized physical therapy programs, including treatment planning and implementation, education, communication, and discharge planning, to help patients progress toward their functional goals. The role provides direct patient care, works with therapists and other specialists, and supports interdisciplinary discharge planning. It also includes completing timely clinical and billing documentation, following facility and departmental standards, and contributing to professional development and community awareness of physical therapy.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited college or university.
• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Wisconsin.
• Knowledge and skills to care for patients’ physical and functional needs.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Professionalism, accuracy, and dependability.
• Excellent customer service and patient care skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in skilled nursing and assisted living.

Responsibilities

• Implement plans of care established by therapists, involving significant others as appropriate.
• Provide direct patient care and consult with therapists and other specialists.
• Participate actively in discharge planning.
• Understand patients’ insurance coverage and verification requirements, and complete required insurance documentation in a timely manner.
• Practice within the defined standards of care for physical therapy assistants.
• Direct support staff assistance as permitted to help achieve patients’ functional goals.
• Communicate effectively with professionals and support staff to promote positive outcomes and interdisciplinary discharge planning.
• Follow facility and departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality-improvement programs, and safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
• Clean therapy equipment, workstations, and shared work areas.
• Complete and document interventions in a timely manner, including treatment encounter notes and billing.
• Support professional growth and development through educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Keep current with professional literature, continuing education units, state licensure, and applicable certifications.
• Act as a community resource promoting physical therapy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree