Licensed PTA - SNF Rehab Specialist

Champion, Partners in Rehab; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Champion, Partners in Rehab in Mobile, AL is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to perform physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Primary location is Mobile, with a secondary location in Daphne.

Graduation from an accredited PTA program is required; COVID vaccination is preferred with exemptions possible. This role involves standing, walking, and assisting in patient care within a skilled nursing facility.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited PTA program.
• COVID vaccination is preferred for this position. However, an exemption will be entertained.

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.
• Covers instructions for home treatment programs through consultation with the Registered Physical Therapist.
• Maintains proper equipment and supplies which might benefit the patient.
• Maintains 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 dependent.
• Utilizes proper procedures which will be in keeping with good patient care, but reasonable in expense to the department.

Education

Graduation from an accredited PTA program

Job description

Champion, Partners in Rehab in Mobile, AL is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to perform physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Primary location is Mobile, with a secondary location in Daphne.

Graduation from an accredited PTA program is required; COVID vaccination is preferred with exemptions possible. This role involves standing, walking, and assisting in patient care within a skilled nursing facility.