Compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant

(Riverview Post Acute) South Point SNF Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview Post Acute/South Point SNF Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will document daily treatment notes, participate in care conferences, and support maintenance of the department.

The role involves training Restorative Aides and coordinating with nursing staff to implement discharge plans. Candidates must hold a state license as a PTA, maintain licensure in good standing, and be

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Proficient in data entry in Casamba and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read and understand technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedures.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Ability to interpret various instructions (written, oral, diagram, schedule).
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
• Continued education requirements per state practices.
• Maintain license in good standing with state board.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist. Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
• Assist in maintaining department.
• Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading procedures

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Interpreting instructions

Education

Licensed PTA in state

License in good standing

Continued education required

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Riverview Post Acute/South Point SNF Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will document daily treatment notes, participate in care conferences, and support maintenance of the department.

The role involves training Restorative Aides and coordinating with nursing staff to implement discharge plans. Candidates must hold a state license as a PTA, maintain licensure in good standing, and be