Physical Therapist Assistant, PRN, Decatur, GA

TransPerfect; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Decatur. In this role, you will be responsible for the treatment and rehabilitation of residents, optimizing their functionality and skills. The position requires effective communication and collaboration with Physical Therapists, ensuring compliance with state and federal standards. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a supportive environment that values its staff and residents alike. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Physical Therapist Assistant Program and state licensure required.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for treatment of residents under Physical Therapy scope.
• Collaborate with supervising PT to develop appropriate programs.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to maintain professionalism

Clinical collaboration

Physical demands management

Education

Completion of Physical Therapist Assistant Program

State Licensure

Tools

Rehab documentation software

Job description

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Physical Therapist Assistant, PRN, Decatur, GA

Apply locations Decatur, Georgia time type Part time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R2025-241343

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DESCRIPTION

• Responsible for the treatment of residents with noted disorders or deficits within Physical Therapy scope of practice upon receiving physician order and completion of evaluation
• Optimize the functionality and skills of patients
• Responsible for the objective screening of residents
• Completes all necessary documentation
• Collaborate with supervising PT developing programs appropriate to the needs of facility residents while fulfilling PTA/PT co-signature and supervision requirements
• Attend all required meetings including care planning, staff meetings, family meetings, etc
• Assist the facility in meeting the standards necessary to obtain state and federal certification while following OBRA Resident Right Guidelines
• Follow facility infection control policies and procedures
• Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned by the manager/supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations
• Ability to clinically collaborate and accept feedback & direction from Physical Therapist
• Physical Demands: Required to perform a variety of duties relative to the job, some of which require a moderate to heavy category of physical demand

Push/Pull up to 300lbs, Standing, Sitting, Sustained Squatting, Repetitive Stooping, Trunk Twisting, Sustained Kneeling, Sustained & Repetitive Forward Reaching, Stair Climbing, Walking, Grasping, Fine Motor, Lifting

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Physical Therapist Assistant Program
• State Licensure

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Prior Senior Living Community experience
• Knowledge of PDPM
• Knowledge of Medicaid Case Mix
• Prior use of rehab documentation software