Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Elizabethton (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Life Care Centers of America in Elizabethton, TN is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct rehab care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and communicate with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualified candidates are graduates of an accredited PTA program, licensed in good standing, with CPR current. New grads welcome; experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (ASPT).
• Current state license in good standing; active throughout employment.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• CPR certification prior to or during orientation; must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Follow/implement treatment plans under the supervising PT.
• Chart appropriately and timely; document progress.
• Maintain therapy software accurately and use it as directed.
• Provide excellent patient service and teamwork.
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and safety.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to policies.

Skills

Good body mechanics

Independent decision making

Team communication

Patient interaction

Education

ASPT graduate

Licensed in-state PTA

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email software

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