Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Proficient computer skills, including entering data into programs such as Net Health and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
• Meet continuing education requirements under state practice requirements and maintain a license in good standing with the state board.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally; occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed for resident care and equipment operation.
• Ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds.
• Ability to talk and hear effectively and perceive and respond to tactile, auditory, and visual information for resident care.
• Ability to assist, support, and transport residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certification as determined appropriate by the facility.
• CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by the 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, comply with California Laws and Regulations related to Physical Rehabilitation Manual Article 4 § 1398.44.
• Assist the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
• Communicate 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.
• Provide in-services on training programs for other facility staff as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate ordering necessary durable medical equipment to support residents' mobility and independence, such as splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
• Report department equipment problems so equipment can be maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.