Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) In House 062

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC; Saegertown (Crawford County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate therapy management organization is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their skilled nursing facility team. In this role, you will provide essential physical therapy services to residents, ensuring their rehabilitation needs are met under the guidance of a Physical Therapist. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives while adhering to high standards of care. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their career in therapy services. Join a team that values quality care and continuous education!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Competitive pay rates

Growth opportunities from within

Benefits based on Full Time Status

Qualifications

• Must have an active Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Ongoing continuing education required for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision.
• Conduct screenings and assist in evaluations.
• Participate in resident and staff education.

Skills

Patient Care

Physical Therapy Techniques

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

NetHealth EMR

Job description

Evolve Therapy Services is a therapy management organization hiring compassionate therapists for our partner located in Seagertown, PA .

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 direction by 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 assists 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 treatment as assigned by the Physical Therapist and outlined in treatment plan that includes, but is not limited to, 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, adapts techniques/media as indicated by the resident’s performance and following consultation with the Physical Therapist
• Monitor residents’ response to intervention and consults 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 modifies as appropriate for treatment regimen.
• Train resident, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of such equipment.
• Participate in resident, family, and staff education.
• Consistently demonstrate sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of resident therapy programs.
• Report to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned shift.
• Assist with and participates in Quality Assurance Program as required.
• To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems
  
  
  

Education & Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
• Must have an active Physical Therapy Assistant license in state(s) of practice.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification
• Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Growth opportunities from within
• Benefits based on Full Time Status