Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Sweetwater Care; Hiawatha (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our in-house team within a skilled nursing, assisted living, and outpatient therapy setting. The PTA will contribute to maintaining high standards of patient care and support our rehabilitation efforts for seniors.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans under a licensed PT, documenting progress, and participating in care planning meetings. Applicants must have active state PTA licensure or certification.

Qualifications

• Active state licensure or certification as a PTA is required.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients according to the treatment plan of care developed by and under the supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Communicate with the Physical Therapist any pertinent information concerning patient progress, concerns, and plans.
• Be proficient in therapeutics needs to treat patients based on their presentation and instructions given by the Physical Therapist.
• Participate in patient Plan of care meetings if asked by the Director of Rehab.
• Record treatment notes, progress notes, provide objective input for discharge summaries and complete daily billing of services per policy and procedures.

Education

Licensed/Certified PTA (State licensure)

Job description

Looking for a PTA to join out In House Team!

We are currently seeking a caring and dynamic Physical Therapy Assistants who are looking for an opportunity to share your skills and experience with the best rehabilitation team. You will work in a skilled nursing environment, assisted living and outpatient therapy, making a tremendous difference in the lives of your patients and helping them regain a quality of life. If you have a true passion for providing seniors with unparalleled short- and long-term care, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you

Why Join our team?
We believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, and assist in facilitating our Physical Therapy Services in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, regulations to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be always maintained.

Pay Based on experience.

PTA- Jobs and Responsibilities:

• Treat patients according to the treatment plan of care developed by and under the supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Communicate with the Physical Therapist any pertinent information concerning patient progress, concerns, and plans.
• Be proficient in therapeutics needs to treat patients based on their presentation and instructions given by the Physical Therapist
• Participate in patient Plan of care meetings if asked by the Director of Rehab.
• Record treatment notes, progress notes, provide objective input for discharge summaries and complete daily billing of services per policy and procedures.

• Adherence to the Required practice acts, code of conduct, ethics during professional practice as an Physical Therapy Assistant
• Adherence to Company requires policy, procedures and code of conduct.
• Possess an Active State Licensure or certification

Other duties, responsibilities and actives may change or be assigned to you at any time with or without notice, from DOR or NHA.

Affirmative Action Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process.

If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.