Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management•Tucson, AZ

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center at Tucson is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patient’s transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.

Requirements

Must possess a current and valid fingerprint clearance card (FPCC).
Must possess a current and valid PTA license.
Must possess a current and valid CPR certification.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to tactfully work with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must be knowledgeable of HIPAA compliance and requirements, and have the ability to maintain highly confidential information.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

1 years’ experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines, regulations to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be maintained at all times.
Observe patients before, during and after therapy, noting their status and reporting to a physical therapist
Assist in developing, implementing and coordinating patient care plans for individual patients in coordination and conjunction with the patients assessment
Brief patient of procedures involved in physical therapy and prepare necessary equipment-reassure patient before and during therapy treatment
Focus on providing the highest quality treatment for patients that allows for excellent patient outcomes
Recommend modifications of changes in the patient’s therapy program based on evaluation of progress
Ensure that all therapy notes are informative, descriptive and follow Company’s policy and procedures