Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Myrtle Beach, SC

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About The Position

Powerback is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in their homes, including private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The role provides physical therapy treatments to help patients increase independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. Care is delivered in the patient’s home, allowing treatment in a functional environment. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.

The Physical Therapy Assistant implements individualized treatment plans established by the primary Physical Therapist, contributes to patient care and team meetings, supports patients and caregivers with treatment instruction, and completes clinical and billing documentation. Treatments may address exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance, integumentary care, therapeutic modalities, wellness, fall-risk interventions, and chronic disease management.

Requirements

• Hold a valid license in the state(s) of practice or provide proof of license eligibility.
• Have a 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 representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules and complete clinical and billing documentation and work-related meetings on time.
• Work with rehabilitation team members to implement programs and activities suited to each patient’s needs and capabilities.
• Assist the Physical Therapist with tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in physical therapy treatment skills and techniques under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Maintain appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Clean and maintain equipment and identify and report equipment needing repair.
• Provide patient- and family-centered service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes individual needs and rights.
• Implement the patient’s individualized treatment plan established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Provide individualized physical therapy treatments, including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance techniques, integumentary repair and protection, electrotherapeutic and other physical-agent and mechanical modalities, health and wellness services, fall-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.
• Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new graduates.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship and relocation assistance.
• Journey Travel Program with opportunities to work across the U.S. while retaining the security of a full-time role.
• Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
• PowerZone Employee Recognition Program rewards.
• Clinicians in Action professional development program.

What This Job Offers

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