Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) In House 019
Evolve Therapy Services is a therapy management organization hiring compassionate therapists for our partner located in Suring, WI.
Job Position: Physical Therapy Assistant for an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility
Job Type: PRN
Job Purpose: To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Physical Therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.
Job Functions:
- Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
- Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
- Identify indications for evaluations at appropriate intervals and assist in the evaluation under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
- Assist the Physical Therapist in identifying a target list, including short-term goals, long-term goals, and treatment plan.
- Conduct both individual and group treatments as assigned by the Physical Therapist and outlined in the treatment plan, including areas of muscle strength, coordination, mobility, sensory awareness, sitting and standing, transfer training, balance activities, gait training, range of motion activities, and modalities.
- Assist in the selection of physical therapy techniques/media and in the sequence of activities, adapting techniques/media as indicated by the resident’s performance and following consultation with the Physical Therapist.
- Monitor residents’ response to intervention and consult with the Physical Therapist if modification is indicated.
- Assist in establishing and modifying individual resident schedules in conjunction with the Physical Therapist and other team members.
- Adhere to department and resident schedule and modify as appropriate for treatment regimen.
- Train residents, families, and staff in the use or application of equipment.
- Participate in resident, family, and staff education.
- Demonstrate sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of resident therapy programs.
- Report to work on time and coordinate schedules to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Assist with and participate in the Quality Assurance Program as required.
- Complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems.
Education & Requirements:
- Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in the state(s) of practice.
- Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain licensure and certification.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Growth opportunities within the organization
- Benefits based on Full-Time status
Additional Information:
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Healthcare Provider
- Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare
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