Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. seeks a dedicated Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to assist in providing exceptional patient care. This entry-level role involves delivering physical therapy treatments, maintaining patient documentation, and working closely under the supervision of licensed therapists. Ideal candidates will value patient interaction and possess a valid PTA licensure from the relevant state.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited PTA program.
• Licensure required in the State.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy treatments as assigned by the therapist.
• Adheres to the code of ethics of the APTA.
• Documents on all patients' treatments received according to policies.

Skills

Physical therapy treatments

Interpersonal communication

Patient support

Education

Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants

Licensure by the Board of Physical Therapy in applicable State

Job description

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Title:Licensed Physical Therapist AssistantID:8992Location:Hartselle, ALDepartment:11-LPTAStatus:PRNLicensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description/Summary

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The assistant is a skilled, technical worker who performs physical therapy treatments and related duties as assigned by the therapist.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants.

EXPERIENCE: None required.

REGISTERED: Licensure by the Board of Physical Therapy in applicable State.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses a great majority of physical motion in performing day to day activities of work. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and do a great deal of walking without experiencing extreme fatigue. Lifting and carrying equipment supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs. without help; over 50 lbs. with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel. Operation of electrical equipment.

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

• Supervises Rehab Technicians.
• Treats patients after the evaluation has been performed by a Registered Physical Therapist.
• Participates in in-service training for clinical staff.
• Consult with the physical therapist regarding the patients progress and plan of care.
• Interacts with other departments involved with individual patients regarding patient's progress.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the code of ethics of the APTA.
• Reports to the staff Physical Therapists/Clinical Director concerning Physical Therapy matters.
• Carries out the physical therapy procedures according to the Plan of Care of the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Covers instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient.
• Maintains proper attitude of encouragement toward the patient without giving false hope.
• Counsels patient and/or family on special problems with advice from the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Helps the patient become physically, emotionally, and socially independent.
• Utilizes proper procedures which will be in keeping with good patient care, but reasonable in expense to the department, such as supplies, equipment, linens, and time usage.
• Submit in writing to the Registered Physical Therapist/Supervisor on duty, any recorded incident or accident with patient or employee as it occurs.
• Documents on all patients' treatments received according to the policies and procedures of the physical therapy department.
  
  

GENERAL

SOURCE OF WORKERS: From schools and from classified ads in professional publications.

SUPERVISED BY: Staff Therapist and Clinic Director.

WORKERS SUPERVISED: Technicians/aids and students.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Medical Practices

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