Physical Therapist Assistant

Lifespark; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading health company in Eden Prairie is seeking a Senior Recruitment Partner to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The role emphasizes collaboration and compassion in home health care, ensuring effective treatment delivery and support for patients' functional goals.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Current and active Physical Therapist Assistant license in Minnesota.
• Valid Driver's License in Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist.
• Treats clients to relieve pain and develop or restore function.
• Maintains necessary records and participates in team meetings.

Skills

Quality Patient Care

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Education

Associate’s Degree in Science

Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

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Company Description

Lifespark is a complete senior health company based in St Louis Park, MN. We focus on helping individuals stay healthy at home throughout Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul and surrounding areas, providing expert senior medical care, and promoting independent living. Our approach, Lifespark COMPLETE, utilizes a comprehensive life record to understand each client's unique needs and preferences, ensuring personalized care and support for aging magnificently.

Role Description

This is a full-time role as a Physical Therapist Assistant and involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include implementing rehabilitation programs, assisting with therapeutic exercises, and ensuring effective treatment delivery to support patients in achieving their functional goals. The role emphasizes collaboration, compassion, and a commitment to excellence in home health care.

Client Southwest Metro Locations: Eden Prairie, Chanhassen, Minnetonka, Victoria and Edina - to name a few!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an associate’s degree in science or applied science that is approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Current and active Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Minnesota
• Quality Patient Care expertise
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and critical thinking abilities
• Valid Driver's License in Minnesota
• Geriatrics Enthusiast: You have a soft spot for working with older adults and making their lives better.

Position Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provides direct physical therapy according to directions of a qualified physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Treats client to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Directs and aids clients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilizes physical agents, including, but not be limited to heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observes and reports to the physical therapist and the organization personnel the client’s reaction to treatment and any changes in client’s condition.
• Instructs clients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes and conference notes, which will be incorporated into the client’s clinical record in prescribed time frames.
• Participates in organization Home Care Team Members meetings and organization Inservice Education Program.
• Meeting safety needs of clients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.).
• Reporting on client’s condition and significant changes to the assigned supervisory nurse.
• Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional.
• Lead by example in establishing rapport with clients.
• Ensure positive/professional communication on team.
• Customer service resolution; escalate concerns.
• Honors client confidentiality, rights, privacy, and reporting maltreatment expectations.
• Understands and accepts emotional needs of client.
• Accepts unique client symptoms and behaviors.
• Follow all Emergency and Response Procedures
• Other duties as assigned

It has been and will continue to be our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, race, creed, color, disability, marital status, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, arrest record, conviction record, military service, use or nonuse of lawful products off the Employer’s premises during nonworking hours, or declining to attend a meeting or to participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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