Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de soins de santé recherche un Assistant en Thérapie Physique pour fournir des soins de réhabilitation directs aux patients. Sous supervision de thérapeutes physiques licenciés, le candidat suivra les plans de traitement, assurera un service à la clientèle de qualité et participera aux projets de santé. Une formation pertinente et des certifications sont requises, avec une préférence pour ceux ayant une expérience antérieure dans le secteur post-aigu.

Qualifications

• Licence active dans l'état applicable requise.
• Un an d'expérience dans des soins post-aigus préférée.
• Certification CPR à l'embauche ou à obtenir pendant l'orientation.

Responsibilities

• Suivre les plans de traitement en thérapie physique sous direction.
• Assurer un excellent service à la clientèle.
• Participer aux projets de santé communautaires selon les besoins.

Skills

Communication

Service client

Mécanique corporelle

Education

Diplôme d'un programme accrédité en thérapie physique

Tools

Logiciel de thérapie

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer