Geriatric PTA - Rural SNF Impact

Supplied Talent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance and relocation for候

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Low therapist-to-patient ratios

Job summary

Supplied Talent's client, a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility serving Ordway, Colorado, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join the rehabilitation team. The PTA will deliver individualized physical therapy services to long-term care residents under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation, you will support functional recovery and quality of life through therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, and

Qualifications

• Must hold an associate's degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current, unrestricted Colorado PTA license or ability to obtain before start date.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans under the supervision of the licensed PT.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions including exercise, gait/balance training, transfer training, and modalities.
• Monitor and document patient progress in accordance with state, federal, and facility standards.
• Communicate with the supervising PT, interdisciplinary team, and nursing staff regarding goals and progress.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs and fall prevention.
• Participate in care planning meetings, MDS documentation as applicable.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with Medicare/Medicaid and facility requirements.
• Uphold resident rights, dignity, and confidentiality in all interactions.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized therapy gym and treatment environment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient-first mindset

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program

Current CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Supplied Talent's client, a trusted skilled nursing and long-term care facility serving Ordway, Colorado, is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join the rehabilitation team. The PTA will deliver individualized physical therapy services to long-term care residents under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Reporting to the Director of Rehabilitation, you will support functional recovery and quality of life through therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, and