Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Center of Sarasota; Sarasota (FL); In loco; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Life Care Centers of America in Sarasota, FL is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver direct rehabilitation services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and assist patients in improving mobility and safety.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PTA program (ASPT), active Florida licensure, CPR certification, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and therapy software.

Competenze

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program (ASPT).
• Licensed/registered in Florida and maintain active license.
• New grads welcome to apply; 1 year experience preferred.
• CPR certification required on hire or during orientation.

Mansioni

• Follow prescribed physical therapy treatment plans under supervising PT.
• Maintain patient charts accurately and timely.
• Utilize therapy software to document sessions and progress.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and maintain patient privacy.

Conoscenze

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

therapy software

communication

team collaboration

body mechanics

Formazione

Accredited PTA program (ASPT)

Strumenti

Therapy software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

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