Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Encore Rehabilitation Services; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Rehabilitation Services is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to perform physical therapy treatments and related duties under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and state licensure, with no experience required.

The PTA will assist in patient care, document treatments, and provide home exercise instructions while coordinating with the clinical team to support patient progress and safety.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Licensure by the Board of Physical Therapy in applicable State.
• None required for experience.

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.
• Provides instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient.
• Maintains a 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.
• Documents all patients’ treatments received according to the policies and procedures of the physical therapy department.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Accredited PTA program graduate

Job description

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description/Summary

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

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school for Physical Therapist Assistants.
• None required for experience.
• 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 50lbs without help; over 50lbs 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.
• Consults with the physical therapist regarding the patient’s 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.
• Provides instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient.
• Maintains a 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 that will be in keeping with good patient care, but reasonable in expense to the department, such as supplies, equipment, linens, and time usage.
• Submits in writing to the Registered Physical Therapist/Supervisor on duty any recorded incident or accident with patient or employee as it occurs.
• Documents 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.