Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN Fairfield Nursing & Rehab Center

Fairfield Nursing & Rehabilitation•Fairfield, TX

11h

About The Position

We have an amazing opportunity for a Per Diem (PRN) Physical Therapy Assistant! ! We are looking for a PTA to join our in-house team of outstanding professionals that service our residents through person-centered care to achieve positive outcomes! Physical Therapy Assistant Responsibilities: Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing. Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Physical Therapist Implements and modifies the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment with PT supervision. Measures & records patient’s motor function, strength, and muscle performance Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration. Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers. Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements. Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.

Requirements

Active/Valid Texas license as Physical Therapy Assistant
In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards

Nice To Haves

SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
Current knowledge of treatment practices
Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.

Responsibilities

Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Physical Therapist
Implements and modifies the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment with PT supervision.
Measures & records patient’s motor function, strength, and muscle performance
Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.
Attend required meetings as designated by the Director of Rehab.