Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), Outpatient Rehab - Per Diem, Multiple Locations

Virtua Health•Moorestown, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Virtua Health is hiring a per-diem Physical Therapy Assistant for outpatient rehabilitation. The assistant performs rehabilitative patient treatments as planned, directed, and supervised by a physical therapist and provides objective data describing patient progress. The role also assists the manager or supervisor with clinical and operational issues and works with the manager to improve processes and utilization of rehabilitation services. The position is on-site at the Moorestown location, with additional locations noted in the posting.

Requirements

Associate degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant from an APTA-accredited program.
Current licensure in the State of New Jersey.
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Consult with medical and ancillary professionals, other team members, and supervisors to support quality patient care and effective operations.
Provide physical therapy interventions consistent with the plan of care and give the physical therapist ongoing input and direct feedback about treatment and patient status.
Maintain and complete patient records, reports, and written documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines.
Use aides and other support staff effectively as appropriate.
Communicate with patients and/or their families or significant others, providing education and literature appropriate to the patient's age, physical condition, and cultural needs.
Assist the manager or supervisor with clinical and operational issues and work with the manager to improve rehabilitation processes and service utilization.