Physical Therapy Assistant - Full-Time

Lake Lodge Nursing and Rehabilitation•Fort Worth, TX

21d

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) joins an in-house rehabilitation team and provides person-centered care to help residents improve mobility, strength, function, healing, and overall quality of life. The PTA provides skilled physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and in accordance with physician orders. The role also includes coordinating with the Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team, educating patients and caregivers, and maintaining timely, compliant clinical documentation. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Requirements

Active and valid Texas Physical Therapy Assistant license.
Good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
Current knowledge of physical therapy treatment practices.
Ability to manage patients with varying personalities and needs.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or long-term care experience preferred.
Experience with the Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
Provide skilled physical therapy services and interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
Respond to service requests by relaying information and referrals to the Physical Therapist.
Implement and modify patients’ plans of care under Physical Therapist supervision.
Measure and record patients’ motor function, strength, and muscle performance.
Monitor patient responses to treatment and modify approaches as clinically appropriate in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
Complete documentation thoroughly and on time in compliance with company policies and state and federal regulations.
Attend required meetings designated by the Director of Rehab.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Ancillary coverage including AD&D, short-term disability, cardiac, cancer, critical illness, and hospital confinement coverage.
Whole and term life insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid time off.
Immediate 401(k) eligibility.
Competitive compensation.
Flexible schedules.
In-house, non-contracted rehabilitation.
Exceptional corporate support.