Physical Therapy Assistant

Valley View Manor; Lamberton (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health care benefits (medical, dental)

Life insurance

Holiday pay

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Valley View Manor in Minnesota is seeking an in-house full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to our residents.

You will work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, perform treatment interventions, document progress, assist with discharge planning, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to maintain high-quality care. Join our compassionate team and help residents regain function and improve quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the standards for rehabilitation services in accordance with the Company’s Mission and Goals
• Be courteous to all patients and respectful of them, their environment, and their culture
• Provide quality therapy services at every patient contact, including treatment interventions, program implementation, discharge planning, and related documentation and communication under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
• Prioritize and maintain a work schedule that is appropriate for the facility and in accordance with your employment
• Assist Therapy management staff in maintaining a positive, productive, and beneficial working relationship with all Facility staff
• Adhere to the policies and procedures necessary for the day-to-day operations of the rehab department
• Screen patients to determine the need for evaluation under the supervision of the PT
• Treat patients to relieve pain and develop or restore function to achieve maximum performance under the supervision of a physical therapist
• Monitor patient response to intervention, communicate any changes, and follow through with all updates to the treatment modalities, goals, and frequency as needed under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
• Fulfills documentation requirements in a complete, appropriate, and timely manner
• Communicate and collaborate with other team members regarding the care of clients receiving therapy services
• Assist with data collection on patients’ progress under the supervising PT
• Plan for patient's discharge when maximum benefits have been met in coordination with the supervising PT
• Provide complete and correct billing summaries as required
• Attend in-service education when provided to rehab staff
• Maintain a neat and well-organized therapy department
• Perform administrative duties to assist in the provision of therapy services
• Identify all new rehab admissions and notify the physical therapist when appropriate
• Communicate upcoming patient discharges with Facility staff as required
• Attend appropriate care plan meetings when requested
• Provide other job-related tasks and duties as assigned

Job description

Valley View Manor is a Residential Health Care Facility striving to provide the highest levels of quality care through continuous improvement, and the involvement of the interdisciplinary team and the entire community. Valley View Manor strives to respond to the rights, needs, and concerns of its residents, families, and staff by creating a caring environment in which each person is respected for his or her individuality and treated with kindness, dignity, and respect.

Valley View Manor is looking to hire an In-House Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to our residents!

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain the standards for rehabilitation services in accordance with the Company’s Mission and Goals

• Be courteous to all patients and respectful of them, their environment, and their culture

• Provide quality therapy services at every patient contact, including treatment interventions, program implementation, discharge planning, and related documentation and communication under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist

• Prioritize and maintain a work schedule that is appropriate for the facility and in accordance with your employment

• Assist Therapy management staff in maintaining a positive, productive, and beneficial working relationship with all Facility staff

• Adhere to the policies and procedures necessary for the day-to-day operations of the rehab department

• Screen patients to determine the need for evaluation under the supervision of the PT

• Treat patients to relieve pain and develop or restore function to achieve maximum performance under the supervision of a physical therapist

• Monitor patient response to intervention, communicate any changes, and follow through with all updates to the treatment modalities, goals, and frequency as needed under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist

• Fulfills documentation requirements in a complete, appropriate, and timely manner

• Communicate and collaborate with other team members regarding the care of clients receiving therapy services

• Assist with data collection on patients’ progress under the supervising PT

• Plan for patient's discharge when maximum benefits have been met in coordination with the supervising PT

• Provide complete and correct billing summaries as required

• Attend in-service education when provided to rehab staff

• Maintain a neat and well-organized therapy department

• Perform administrative duties to assist in the provision of therapy services

• Identify all new rehab admissions and notify the physical therapist when appropriate

• Communicate upcoming patient discharges with Facility staff as required

• Attend appropriate care plan meetings when requested

• Provide other job-related tasks and duties as assigned

Benefits we offer:

• Competitive rate of pay

• Affordable health and dental insurance

• Free life insurance

• Extra pay for holiday

• Career Growth Opportunities

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

We believe the work that we do is a privilege. Every day we help people become healthier, feel stronger, and maintain their ability to enjoy their families, friends, and favorite activities.