Physical Therapist Assistant

YAD Healthcare; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Hertford, NC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join a compassionate team. This role involves providing quality care and support to patients, ensuring compliance with state guidelines and maintaining accurate documentation. Flexible scheduling and competitive pay are offered to valued staff members.

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

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associate's degree in Physical Therapy recognized by the APTA.
• Holds current license in the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under PT supervision.
• Document patient’s daily participation and progress.
• Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients for rehab.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Communication

Professionalism

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

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:

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associate's degree in Physical Therapy recognized by the APTA.
• Holds current license and/or registration in the state.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of a PT according to state practice guidelines.
• Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
• Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress notes in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the PT.
• Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications, and discharges.
• Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
• Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
• Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.
• Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services rendered.
• Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.
• Supervise junior PTA staff members or students as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with co-workers, facility staff, patients, and patient families.
• Provide in-service education regarding patient care or physical therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals, and/or community as needed.
• Comply with all facility safety policies and procedures.
• Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours, and project a professional image at all times.
• Adhere to productivity requirements.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating professionally to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers, and managers.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the department Supervisor, Lead Therapist, or Regional Manager.
• Comply with all Facility policies regarding lunch, overtime, sick leave, and time off notification.
• Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.