Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for Beckley, WV

Odyssey-Rehabilitation; Beckley (WV); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Odyssey-Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to implement individualized therapies under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. You will deliver modalities and exercises, assist with tests and evaluations, and help organize group sessions to promote independence and functioning.

The role requires strong organizational, time management, and communication skills, with patient-centered care in a supportive rehabilitation team setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
• Must be able and willing to practice physical therapy per state guidelines.
• Must possess good organizational and time management skills.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Implements customer’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises.
• Assists the Physical Therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Physical Therapist.
• Instructs customers, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy program under supervision.
• Maintains documentation for all customers treated and participates in required meetings.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Formation

PTA program

Description du poste

Job Description: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)Reports to: Physical Therapist/Clinical ManagerJOB SUMMARY:The Physical Therapist Assistant implements physical therapy programs and provides physical therapy treatments to customers to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical TherapistESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Implements customer’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist;Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises;Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures;Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Physical Therapist;Instructs customers, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist;Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each customer;Maintains appropriate and timely customer and non-customer documentation for all customers treated;Attends and contributes to customer care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the Physical Therapist;Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;Puts Customer Service First: Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.QUALIFICATIONS:Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.He/she must be able and willing to practice physical therapy per state guidelines.Must possess good organizational and time management skills.Must have good verbal and written communication skills.