Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Rhode Island Medical Society; East Providence, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Medical Society is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver direct rehabilitation services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role requires a graduate from an accredited ASPT program and an active state license, with CPR certification either on hire or during orientation.

Ideal candidates include new grads or experienced PTAs who can participate in community health initiatives and collaborate with nursing, therapy, and administrative staff to ensure

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an accredited physical therapy program (ASPT).
• Must be registered/licensed in the applicable state and maintain active license.
• CPR certification by hire or during orientation; keep current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Follow treatment plans for patients under the supervision of the licensed PT.
• Document patient progress and chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software to track patient data accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional demeanor with patients.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team to plan for patient needs.
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and safe patient handling.

Skills

Word

Excel

Email

Education

ASPT degree / Physical Therapy Assistant

State license/registration

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 preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• 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's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and 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