Physical Therapist Assistant

Reliant Rehabilitation; Minnesota; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking rehabilitation provider as a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant, where you will make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients. This role emphasizes providing quality care under the guidance of licensed professionals while fostering strong relationships with clients and facilities. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive corporate environment, this opportunity offers a chance to advance your career in a company that values its therapists. Enjoy a competitive pay package, flexible schedules, and various benefits, including tuition repayment programs and clinical leadership support. If you're passionate about rehabilitation and patient care, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

PTO

Competitive Pay Packages

Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability

CEU Courses

Tuition Repayment Programs

Clinical Leadership Support

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy required.
• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant state license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide Physical Therapy services under the direction of a licensed PT.
• Maintain professional conduct and adhere to regulations.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Clinical Expertise

Infection Control Procedures

Education

Graduate of APTA accredited school of physical therapy

Tools

Clinical Documentation Software

Basic Internet Navigation

Job description

Overview

• Reliant-Rehab is seeking a Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team in Itasca, TX
• New Grads welcome! Ask about our Student Loan Repayment Program! 5K Sign on Bonus!
• PRN available at this location!

When you join Reliant’s therapy team, you join a team that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve. As a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), Reliant therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population. As a Reliant therapist, you also have the opportunity to advance your career through our continuing education platform, climbing our clinical ladder and utilizing the opportunity to serve with others who are working at the top of their discipline. Our executive team started their own careers as therapists working with patients, and we take great pride in promoting from within the company.

Why Reliant:

• Reliant is the largest independent rehab therapy provider to skilled nursing facilities and long-term acute hospitals (LTACHs)
• Great Corporate Support
• Therapy company ran by Therapists with decades of experience
• A company that desires for you to grow as a therapist and as a leader in our industry
• Currently in 38+ states in approximately 850 buildings with plenty of opportunities that fit any therapist's needs in location, schedule, or development

Reliant Benefits May Include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Multiple plans to choose from
• Life Insurance (Free and add-on)
• 401K
• PTO (Increased over time)
• Competitive Pay Packages
• Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability
• CEU Courses provided by CEU 360
• Tuition Repayment Programs
• Clinical Leadership Support
• Flexible Schedules

• Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).

Responsibilities

Physical Therapist Assistant

Summary: Provide Physical Therapy and related services for patients under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provide quality patient care including ongoing treatment per a plan of care, supervision of Rehab Techs (where required), and case management responsibilities. Maintain professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients. Adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding physical therapy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the licensed physical therapist, optimize the functional abilities and skills of patients.
• Build a strong physical therapy program.
• Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
• Maintain a valid state license. Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of physical therapy and the health care environment.
• Understand various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
• Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• A graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy.

Computer Skills:

• Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation.
• Basic Internet navigation skills.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant state license.