Physical Therapy Assistant $2500 sign on bonus

PACS

3d • $25 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care. This role involves treating residents as directed, completing accurate documentation, maintaining a safe treatment environment, and participating in resident care conferences. The assistant also supports the nursing department with training, communicates with the supervising physical therapist, and provides in-services to staff. Additionally, they educate residents and families on treatment goals and safety, recommend and facilitate the ordering of durable medical equipment, and maintain confidentiality of resident and company information. The role requires the ability to relate positively with residents, families, and colleagues.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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 times with the state board.
• CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• For California PTAs, remain in accordance with the California Laws and Regulations related to Physical Rehabilitation Manual Article 4 § 1398.44.
• 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.

Benefits

• Low monthly premium payments for employees and dependents for Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off for vacation accruing at 4 hours a month.
• 48 FT or 40 PT annually recurring sick day hours prorated based on hire date.
• 7 paid Holidays each year.
• $2500 sign on bonus

What This Job Offers

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