Physical Therapist Assistant

Hertford Rehabilitation and Healthcare; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly raise

Same Day Pay Option

Very competitive Wages and Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Job summary

Hertford Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Hertford, NC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our care team and provide patient-centered rehabilitation under a PT's supervision. You will document progress, assist with therapy plans, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and help maintain quality care, safety, and confidentiality in a community-focused long-term care setting.

We offer a yearly raise, same-day pay option, flexible schedules, PTO, and a supportive environment

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Physical Therapy recognized by the APTA.
• Current license/registration in the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment under supervision of a PT.
• Identify appropriate patients and refer them to rehab as needed.
• Document daily participation and progress with PT co-signature.
• Ensure MD orders for treatments, recertifications and discharges.
• Assist with other documentation per state guidelines.
• Attend facility and rehab meetings as indicated.
• Act as rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
• Schedule patients as indicated.
• Assist with billing for physical therapy services.
• Cover other therapists' caseload during absences.
• Supervise junior PTA staff or students.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff, patients, families.
• Provide in-service education to rehab staff and facilities as needed.
• Comply with safety policies and patient confidentiality.
• Report on time, adhere to hours, and maintain professionalism.
• Adhere to productivity requirements and positive work atmosphere.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Follow all facility policies regarding lunch, sick time, and time off.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

BA or AA in Physical Therapy (APTA-recognized)

Job description

Hertford Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, located in Hertford, NC, is a Long Term Care facility that provides quality care to our residents. Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.

NOW HIRING:

(PTA) Physical Therapy Assistant

Benefits:

• Yearly Raise
• Same Day Pay Option
• Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Time Off
• Company Discounts
• Company Perks and Activities

Qualifications:

1.Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Physical Therapy that is recognized by the APTA. 2.Holds current license and/or registration in the state

Job Responsibilities:

1.Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of a PT according to state practice guidelines.

2.Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.

3.Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the PT.

4.Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications and discharges.

5.Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.

6.Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.

7.Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.

8.Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.

9.Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services rendered.

10.Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.

11.Supervise junior PTA staff members or students as needed.

12.Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.

13.Provide in-service education regarding patient care or physical therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.

14.Comply with all facility safety policies and procedures.

15.Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.

16.Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and project a professional image at all times.

17.Adhere to productivity requirements.

18.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers.

19.Perform all other duties assigned by the department Supervisor, Lead Therapist or Regional Manager.

20.Comply with all Facility policies re: lunch, sick and time off notification.

21.Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.