Full-Time PTA: Rehab Support in Long-Term Care

Fairview Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Franklin (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Company discounts

Same-day pay

Annual raises

Perks and activities

Job summary

Fairview Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Fairview, VA is hiring a Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). The PTA will provide comprehensive treatment under a PT's supervision, assist with patient referrals, document progress, ensure MD orders, and participate in scheduling and billing.

Flexibility and teamwork are valued in a busy long-term care setting. Requirements include a BA or AS in Physical Therapy (APTA recognized) and a current Virginia license/registration.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associate degree in Physical Therapy (APTA recognized).
• Holds current license and/or registration in the state of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of a PT according to state guidelines.
• Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
• Document patient progress on progress notes with co-signature by PT.
• Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications and discharges.
• Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services.
• Cover other therapists’ caseload during absences as necessary.
• Supervise junior PTA staff or students as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff, patients and families.

Education

BA or Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy license/registration (state)

Job description

Fairview Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Fairview, VA is hiring a Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). The PTA will provide comprehensive treatment under a PT's supervision, assist with patient referrals, document progress, ensure MD orders, and participate in scheduling and billing.

Flexibility and teamwork are valued in a busy long-term care setting. Requirements include a BA or AS in Physical Therapy (APTA recognized) and a current Virginia license/registration.