Physical Therapist Assistant

Westminster Communities Of Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Industry experts

Supportive management

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Westminster Lakeland in Lakeland, FL seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under supervision of the Program Manager or PT. You will assist with evaluations, implement care plans, and monitor progress for residents in our skilled care setting.

AA degree from an APTA accredited program is required, with licensure where applicable. Outpatient experience is required; competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team are offered.

Qualifications

• AA degree from an APTA accredited program.
• Licensure as required by law.
• Two years’ experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Outpatient experience required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out the care plan as designed by the PT and assist with evaluations.
• Monitor resident progress and communicate with PT.
• Maintain documentation of resident activities, progress, and billing.
• Perform Resident Home Assessments as directed by the PT during discharge.
• Screen residents at admission and during quarterly/annual reviews to determine therapy needs.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

AA degree in PTA or related

Job description

Westminster Lakeland
Lakeland, FL 33803, USA

Description

Why work for us?

• Competitive Hourly Wage
• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 403b.
• Paid Time Off Plan
• Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work
• Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First Warm and Friendly Work Environment
• Flexible Schedule

JOB SUMMARY:

Direct supervision from the Program Manager or Therapist for each patient/resident assigned to the Physical Therapist and is dependent on the nature of the skilled tasks and the complexities of the patients=/residents= presenting condition. May receive clinical supervision from Therapists.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Responsible for carrying out Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT).Assist the PT during evaluations.
• Monitor resident’s progress and communicate with PT.
• Maintain documentation in system of resident’s activities, record progress and document billing activities.Perform Resident’s Home Assessment as part of the discharge process as directed by the PT.
• Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the PT.

QUALIFICATION YOU POSSESS:

Education and Experience:
AA Degree from an APTA accredited program. Licensure where required by law.
Two (2) years’ experience in a health care setting preferred. Outpatient experience is required.

Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https:/info.flclearinghouse.com/.

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