Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Mobile Outpatient
About The Position
Powerback provides rehabilitation and wellness services in skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and patients’ homes. The Physical Therapy Assistant primarily provides outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in their homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. This setting allows treatment in the patient’s functional home environment. Under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant provides physical therapy treatments to support patients’ independence and functioning. The role includes implementing individualized treatment plans, collaborating with the rehabilitation team, instructing patients and caregivers, and maintaining timely clinical and billing documentation. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.
Requirements
- Valid license in the state or states of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
- Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.
Responsibilities
- Attend and contribute to patient care and staffing conferences and other required meetings as a physical therapy representative, under the direction of the physical therapist.
- Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements, and work-related meetings.
- Work with other rehabilitation team members to implement programs and activities suited to each patient’s needs and capabilities.
- Assist the Physical Therapist when they perform tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
- Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in physical therapy treatment skills and techniques under the Physical Therapist’s supervision.
- Maintain appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
- Clean and maintain equipment, and identify and report equipment needing repair.
- Ensure patients and families receive high-quality service in a caring, compassionate atmosphere that recognizes individual needs and rights.
- Implement each patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
- Provide individualized physical therapy treatments, including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary repair and protection, electrotherapeutic and other physical-agent and mechanical modalities, health and wellness, falls-risk interventions, and chronic disease management education.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members.
- Dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
- Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
- Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
- Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
- Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and relocation assistance.
- Journey Travel Program offering work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
- Discounts on wireless and TV services, home, auto, renters, and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and more.
- PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
- Clinicians in Action professional development program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
