PTA

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management•Wichita, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) assists a Physical Therapist in providing rehabilitative therapy to patients after evaluation and development of a plan of care. The role supports patient recovery, improved function, and, when possible, a return to the patient’s prior level of functioning. Treatment and clinical documentation must follow regulatory and clinical practice requirements, and documentation must include objective measures and justification for continuing or discontinuing services. The Center at Waterfront is a skilled nursing facility serving patients who need physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Its individualized, physician-driven care plans are supported by skilled nursing, family involvement, psychological care, and discharge planning, with the goal of helping patients reach their highest functional level.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
Current and active PTA license in Kansas.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in long-term care or a related setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow established policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, and applicable federal, state, and accrediting-agency regulations and standards.
Complete required compliance training and processes.
Use evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
Provide skilled, medically necessary rehabilitative treatment for patients with physical functioning disorders under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist.
Administer rehabilitation procedures, including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices.
Assess patient progress and communicate with the supervising Physical Therapist about treatment adjustments; report treatment effectiveness and outcomes.
Consult with and counsel patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers about physical disorders.
Communicate with the supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
Provide input to the supervisor for discharge summaries of services provided.
Document required clinical and regulatory information in the electronic documentation system and maintain patient records according to company policy.
Accurately record treatment minutes for services provided.
Participate in required meetings, including patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and rehabilitation meetings.
Participate in required facility and company trainings, in-services, and conferences.
Work with the supervising Physical Therapist to obtain necessary durable medical equipment or supplies.
Supervise and support students under the guidance of the Physical Therapist.
Follow APTA and state practice acts, codes of conduct, and ethics applicable to Physical Therapist Assistants, as well as company policies and procedures.
Maintain active state licensure when applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.