Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Westminster (CO); In loco; USD 44.000 - 58.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Life Care Centers of America in Westminster, CO is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to provide direct rehabilitation under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in a post-acute care setting.

The position requires graduation from an accredited PTA program, active state licensure, CPR, and strong Microsoft Word/Excel skills. New grads welcome; one year experience preferred. This facility emphasizes quality care and teamwork.

Competenze

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program (ASPT).
• Current state licensure as PTA in good standing.
• 1 year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification prior to or during orientation.

Mansioni

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and email for documentation and communication.
• Liaises with patients and families to plan for patient needs.
• Follow PT treatment plans under supervising PT.
• Chart accurately and promptly.
• Operate therapy software and maintain patient rights and safety.

Conoscenze

CPR certification

Communication skills

Teamwork

Formazione

ASPT degree (Physical Therapy Assistant)

Strumenti

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Descrizione del lavoro

Employment Status: PRN Pay Interval: Hourly Pay Rate Maximum: 42 Pay Rate Minimum: 32 Shift: Days

We are seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant! Led by an experienced Director of Rehab who has been with the building for almost 20 years, this facility also boosts a thriving long term care center with a strong part B focus that elevates our care and assists our residents towards independence. This opportunity is at our LCC of Westminster facility which is located in Westminster, CO, a suburb of Denver & is close to Boulder, CO. Our facility has a 5-star rating for quality measures. We are also recognized with a 4.2 Google Star Rating based on 184 reviews. We hope you will consider joining our team.

Compensation Range

• Full Time: $30 to $40
• PRN: $32 - $42

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