Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) 5000 SIGN ON BONUS

Spring-Creek-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Cente; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Daily pay

Competitive pay

401k

Job summary

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a skilled Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a Full-Time or Casual/Per Diem/PRN role at our Harrisburg, PA location. Join a newly transformed facility with strong orientation and management support, offering sign-on bonus and relocation options.

The PTA will support therapists, assist in developing standards, manage documentation, and participate in discharge planning within a one-location rehab team committed to quality care and

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university for Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• Must have experience in an assistant capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility.
• Must possess the ability to interpret the policies and procedures of physical therapy.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of therapy areas.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing therapy services.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our physical therapy services as directed by the Facility's Physical Therapists.
• Assist in developing and maintaining physical therapy standards.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which therapy will be accomplished.
• Review physical therapy policies, procedures, manuals, etc., at least annually and participate in changes.
• Interpret physical therapy policies and procedures to personnel, residents, family members, etc.
• Participate in discharge planning and resident care plans.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Discharge planning

Documentation

Resident care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree PTA

Tools

Optima Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Full-Time and PRN Available!

**$5000 Sign On Bonus**

Benefits of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):

• $5000 Sign On Bonus (Full Time)
• Relocation Assistance Available!
• Employee Referral Program
• Daily PayOption! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!
• Competitive Pay
• One location; No daily travel!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package and 401k
• Core Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire!
• PTO to include holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
• Employee recognition through various awards and programs
• A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)
• An employer who cares about YOU

Location:1205 S 28th St, Harrisburg, PA 17111

Are you a highly-skilled, compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) looking for a Full Time or Casual/Per Diem/PRN, flexible schedule and the opportunity to improve the quality of life of residents at a large rehab and nursing facility? Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has the perfect opportunity for YOU!

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a NEWLY transformed facility, offering a dynamic work environment that cares about our staff's life goals. Come EXPERIENCE why we have HIGH Employee Retention Rates and Continuously Improved Survey Results! It's a NEW Day at Spring Creek and our survey results speak for themselves! Come take a tour and meet our Strong, Stable, Leadership Team! See for yourself the amazing changes at Spring Creek!

Requirements of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

• Must possess, an Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university for Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• Must have experience in an assistant capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility.
• Must possess the ability to interpret the policies and procedures of physical therapy.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of therapy areas.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing therapy services.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

Rehabilitation Techs are utilized to assist therapists with resident transport and administrative functions. The rehab department utilizes Optima Therapy for billing and documentation to assist therapists with daily efficiency where quality care remains the primary focus of each therapist. The facility has a 7-day a week, In-House comprehensive rehabilitation program that is an integral member of the interdisciplinary team. Our rehab positions are stable and secure at one location. Each rehab department offers spacious state of the art equipment and ADL Suites.

Responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our physical therapy services as well as its programs and activities, as directed by the Facility's Physical Therapists.
• Assist in developing and maintaining physical therapy standards.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which therapy will be accomplished.
• Review physical therapy policies, procedures, manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes.
• Assist in interpreting physical therapy policies and procedures to personnel, residents, family members, etc., as necessary.
• Participate and assist in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc., as necessary
• Maintain a current file of residents who have been treated.
• Maintain treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required.
• Ensure resident records are not lost or mishandled.
• Ensure the Business Office receives charges for physical therapy rendered to residents.
• Maintain and adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Interview residents, or family members, as necessary.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting to the Physical Therapist, as required.

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.