Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide direct rehab care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, assist in therapy sessions, and help ensure high-quality care for dementia patients.

New grads welcome; CPR certification required. Proficiency in Word, Excel, and email is helpful for charting and coordinating with the care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT).
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State; active license required.
• One year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation; CPR must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Chart patient progress accurately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software and documentation tools for daily notes.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to plan patient care.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Education

ASPT

Job description

Garden Terrace Alzheimer's Center of Excellence (Ft. Worth)

Employment Status: PRN Shift: Open

At Garden Terrace at Fort Worth, we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive and community focused environment. Located in Fort Worth, Texas, our nursing home is designed as a safe, comfortable place where patients can receive compassionate care, they need from staff specially trained in dementia. Our facility is recognized with a 4.5 Google Star Rating. Garden Terrace at Fort Worth also offers 24/7 skilled nursing care as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies for both inpatient and outpatient. We hope you will consider joining our team,

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’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