Physical Therapist Assistant

Nationwide Healthcare Services; Concord (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Wilmington, DE is seeking full-time Physical Therapist Assistants to join our rehabilitation department. You will provide direct resident treatment under physician orders, document services, and ensure compliance with Medicare and other regulations.

The role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program with current state licensure; SNF experience is preferred. EOE and ongoing professional development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited PTA program.
• Current state licensure.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident treatment under physician orders.
• Document services in Rehab Optima on time.
• Comply with Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
• Protect residents' health information and follow privacy practices.
• Participate in clinical program development and quality improvement.
• Assist in training staff, students and volunteers.

Skills

Clinical care

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accredited PTA program

State licensure

Job description

Regency Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a 100 bed skilled nursing facility located in Wilmington, DE. We are currently seeking full time Physical Therapist Assistants to join our rehabilitation department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under a physician's order, provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care. Treatment modalities may include; individual, concurrent and group.
• Provide excellent training for residents and caregivers.
• Documents services provided within Rehab Optima on a timely basis.
• Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
• Exhibits courtesy, compassion and respect to residents, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators, and co-workers in each and every interaction.
• Demonstrates continuous new learning to remain current in the field.
• Complies with facility Privacy Practices policies and procedures to protect residents' individual health information.
• Participates in clinical program development and implementation.
• Contributes to the team meeting and decision-making process as defined by the program.
• Responsible for service and operational excellence of all assigned activities to ensure the delivery of quality outcomes.
• Participates in the training and orientation of other staff, students and volunteers.
• Participates in quality improvement activities as needed.
• May perform additional assigned administrative duties like: assigning and overseeing resident care activities, medical record oversight, assuring execution of physician orders, ordering supplies, etc.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduated from an accredited program approved by their professional association.
• Current licensure by the applicable state agency.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.

We look forward to reviewing your resume! EOE

LOCATION

Wilmington, DE, USA