Physical Therapist Assistant - Resource (Floater)

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will implement and oversee physical therapy programs, ensuring each patient's unique needs are met with personalized care. Your responsibilities will include administering therapeutic treatments, documenting patient progress, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize recovery strategies. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on patients' lives while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you're passionate about helping others regain their physical abilities, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited program and current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Experience in outpatient settings preferred with CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by established protocols and document treatments accurately.
• Administer therapeutic exercises and modalities to enhance patient recovery.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Exercises

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Manual Therapy

Motivational Skills

Education

CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Current CPR certification

Tools

Ultrasound

Electrical Stimulation

Orthopedic Braces

Job description

Job Description

We are very proud of our services and the depth of knowledge and passion we bring to them. You will implement physical therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments. You are equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as individuals. You know your goal is to execute a program to restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.

Responsibilities:

• Provides patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
• Responsible for timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, and incident reports.
• Provide comprehensive patient care, administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatment such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot and cold packs.
• Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in learning and improving functional activities such as perambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.
• Observes patients during treatments, compiles data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress, and reports orally or in writing to the Physical Therapist and Clinical Director.
• Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
• Measures the patient’s range of joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine the effects of specific treatments or to assist the Physical Therapist in compiling data for patient evaluations.

Qualifications:

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant or the ability to obtain it in Virginia.
• Previous experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Exercise, sports rehab, and manual-based skills.