Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

TieTalent; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Pueblo, CO. This role involves providing direct rehab care to patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will need to be a graduate of an accredited PTA program and maintain an active license, along with strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $4,000

Qualifications

• One year experience in post acute care preferred.
• Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans under direction of supervising PT.
• Chart appropriately and timely and utilize therapy software.
• Communicate effectively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Customer Service

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Ability to assist in patient evacuation

Education

Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)

CPR certification

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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 in post acute care or related setting preferred
• 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

Nice-to-have skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Pueblo, Colorado
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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