Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)

Lake Park of Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Park of Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide clinical services to residents under physician orders and to assist the Physical Therapist with procedures and treatment plans. The role requires licensure, an associate degree in physical therapy, and strong communication skills.

You will participate in ongoing education, maintain patient confidentiality, and assist with interdisciplinary meetings and documentation to support high-quality

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Current Physical Therapy license in Florida.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory compliance related to treatment environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services to residents under physician’s orders.
• Reports patient progress or response to treatment to the Physical Therapist.
• Assists Physical Therapist in procedures, tests and complex treatments.
• Engages in continuing education and professional development.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility and physician information.
• Keeps accurate billing information on a daily basis.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rehab team meetings and family meetings as appropriate.
• Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation department and facility.
• Conducts staff training or in-services as appropriate.
• Reviews and follows facility policies and Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Supervises non-professional staff as appropriate.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Physical Therapist Assistant must have: Associates Degree in Physical Therapy, current license in the state, excellent oral and written communication skills, and knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance within state and federal regulations related to the environment of treatment.

The Physical Therapy Assistant:

• Provides clinical services to appropriate residents under physician’s orders
• Reports information relating to the patient’s progress, complications, and/or response to treatment to the Physical Therapist
• Assists Physical Therapist in performing procedures, test and complex treatments to ensure the safe, effective evaluation and treatment of patients
• Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and development by participating in continuing education programs and other appropriate learning experiences
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility, and physician-related information
• Maintains accurate billing information, in accordance with procedures, on a daily basis
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team
• Attends and participates in family meetings, as appropriate
• Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation department and the facility
• Conducts staff training/education, as appropriate, via formal and informal in-services and consultations
• Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual
• Supervises non-professional staff, as appropriate