Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA)

Riverstone Post Acute; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverstone Post Acute in Salina, Kansas, is looking for a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to join our in-house therapy department within a skilled nursing facility. This role supports a dedicated team of clinicians to deliver high-quality geriatric care to long-term residents.

PTA certification is required. You will treat patients under the supervising Physical Therapist, communicate progress, document notes, and participate in care planning meetings to ensure optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• PTA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients under the supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Communicate patient progress, concerns, and plans to the Physical Therapist.
• Record treatment notes and progress notes, provide input for discharge summaries and billing.
• Participate in patient Plan of Care meetings when requested by the Director of Rehab.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

PTA Certification

Job description

Newly acquired skilled nursing facility is looking for leaders to grow our in-house therapy department! Our family owned and operated long term care facilitator is seeking compassionate and well-versed Physical Therapy Assistants for consideration to add to our growing group of champions. This building is home to a diverse variety of long-term residents, cared for by seasoned staff with low staffing ratios, who are supported by a well-equipped clinical team and Administrator with years of experience in the geriatric field.

What Sets Us Apart

We are an in-house, close-knit therapy team who addresses patient needs and collaborates well with our IDT. Our team has a family feel, and all members are appreciated, seen, and heard.

Pay Range: $35-40 PER HOUR

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct our facility's Physical Therapy Services in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, regulations to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be always maintained. PTA certification is necessary.

PTA- Jobs and Responsibilities:

• Treat patients according to the treatment plan of care developed by and under the supervision of the Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Communicate with the Physical Therapist any pertinent information concerning patient progress, concerns, and plans.
• Be proficient in therapeutic needs to treat patients based on their presentation and instructions given by the Physical Therapist
• Participate in patient Plan of care meetings if asked by the Director of Rehab.
• Record treatment notes, progress notes, provide objective input for discharge summaries and complete daily billing of services per policy and procedures.

Affirmative Action Statement

Sweetwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Kansas Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.