Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, Per Diem

Apple-Reha; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Rehab Coccomo in Meriden, CT is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our 100-bed skilled nursing community. You will work under the Rehabilitation Director and PT to provide quality resident care and help maintain functional independence.

The successful candidate will be a graduate of an APTA-accredited PTA program and eligible for licensure in CT. We offer a supportive family environment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of APTA accredited PTA school and eligible for licensure in the state they are practicing in.

Responsibilities

• Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards as defined by state licensure.
• Assists the PT in providing physical therapy treatments to residents as determined by the Plan of Care.
• Manages caseload by scheduling treatment sessions individually or in groups with efficiency.
• Instructs resident, family, and caregivers in PT to be continued upon discharge.
• Adheres to PPS guidelines; ensures documentation and billing meet policies.
• Works with PT to supervise techs and educate affiliating students.
• Keeps surroundings and equipment sanitary, orderly and safe.
• Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy; supports Residents’ Bill of Rights.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, fine motor skills, and visual acuity.

Education

APTA accredited PTA program

Job description

Apple Rehab Coccomo, is a 100 bed skilled nursing community, nestled into the beautiful woods of Meriden, CT. Easily accessible from routes 91, 691 and 15, Apple Rehab Coccomo has a reputation for excellent care in the community. We take pride in our familial environment and staff with many decades of experience, which sets us apart from our competitors. Each staff member is a valued individual, that helps to contribute to the overall care of our Residents.

Come grow with us!

Are you ready to work for a company that is uniquely different; an organization that is committed to your personal and professional growth? Then come join the team at Apple Rehab, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team!

The Apple Rehab Difference

What distinguishes Apple Rehab? We think it is our philosophy of Better Life, which operates on the premise that each patient and staff member is a special individual with unique thoughts, ideas and experiences. It is the quality of the relationships between our staff and patients that make Apple Rehab a better place to live and work. Apple Rehab is a best-in-class provider of short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. We seek to attract and retain the best employees; in turn we offer a competitive salary and first-rate benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance as well as paid time off, 401(k) and much more.

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description/Qualifications

Reports to: Rehabilitation Director and Physical Therapist

General Purpose

Provides quality resident care to enable the resident to achieve and maintain the maximum level of functional ability while maintaining positive level of interaction with facility and resident.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Complies with ethical, regulatory, procedural and professional standards and practice guidelines as defined by state of licensure.
• Assists the PT in providing physical therapy treatments to residents as determined by the Plan of Care.
• Manages caseload with supervisor by scheduling treatment individually or in groups while maintaining efficiency expectations.
• Instructs resident, family, and caregivers in PT to be continued upon discharge.
• Adheres to PPS guidelines, ensures all PT documentation/treatment conforms to documentation/billing policies and procedures.
• Working with PT, provides oversight and direction of techs and assists in the supervision and education of affiliating students.
• Assists in the assurance that the physical surroundings and equipment are sanitary, orderly and free from conditions that may cause safety hazards.

Residents’ Rights Functions

• Maintains resident confidentiality and privacy. Fosters feelings of self worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding.
• Knows and complies with Residents’ Bill of Rights. Reports all grievances and resident complaints to administrator and/or Director of Nursing immediately.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Fine motor skills
• Visual acuity

Other Job Functions

• Maintains own professional competence as well as learning new creative trends in PT treatment through participation in continuing education, seminars and training programs.
• Attends all mandatory in-services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of APTA accredited PTA school and eligible for licensure in the state they are practicing in.