Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Elizabethton (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct rehab care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. A graduate of an accredited PTA program and an active state license are required, with CPR certification to be obtained if not already on file.

One year of experience is preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply. The role includes following treatment plans, charting, using therapy software, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited PTA program.
• Currently licensed in the applicable State; active license in good standing.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification required upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans under supervision of the PT.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics and use of judgment.
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Body mechanics

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Independent decision making

Education

ASPT program graduate

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

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’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
• 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