Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) In House 079

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a skilled nursing facility as a Physical Therapy Assistant. In this rewarding role, you will assist in delivering high-quality physical therapy services, working closely with residents to improve their mobility and overall well-being. Your expertise will help in planning and implementing tailored treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on residents' lives while enjoying competitive pay and growth opportunities within a supportive environment. If you are dedicated to enhancing patient care and are looking for a fulfilling career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Growth opportunities from within

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings and assist in evaluations as directed.
• Monitor residents' responses and adapt treatment plans accordingly.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Physical Therapy Techniques

Patient Monitoring

Documentation Skills

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 Oklahoma City, OK.

Job Position: Physical Therapy Assistant for an In-house Skilled Nursing Facility

Job Type: Full Time, Part Time or 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:

1. Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
2. Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
3. Identify indications for evaluations at appropriate intervals and assist in the evaluation under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
4. Assist the Physical Therapist in identifying a target list, including short-term goals, long-term goals, and treatment plan.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Monitor residents’ response to intervention and consults with the Physical Therapist if modification is indicated.
8. Assist in establishing and modifying individual resident schedules in conjunction with the Physical Therapist and other team members.
9. Adhere to department and resident schedule and modifies as appropriate for treatment regimen.
10. Train resident, family, and appropriate staff in the use or application of such equipment.
11. Participate in resident, family, and staff education.
12. Consistently demonstrate sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of resident therapy programs.
13. Report to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned shift.
14. Assist with and participates in Quality Assurance Program as required.
15. Complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems.

Education & Requirements:

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

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k
• Growth opportunities from within

*Benefits based on Full Time Status