Physical Therapy Assistant

Loyal Source; Mitchells (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source is seeking a Therapist Assistant in Virginia who will support occupational and physical therapy services. The role requires certification or licensure by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy or NBCOT and pays $40 per hour.

Under supervision of a licensed therapist, the assistant conducts client assessments, supports treatment plans, and helps clients improve daily living, mobility, and independence.

Qualifications

• Certification or licensure by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy or NBCOT.
• Active license to practice as a Therapist Assistant in Virginia.
• Knowledge of therapeutic intervention principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge acquired through formal education in an accredited program.
• Applies knowledge of principles and practices related to therapeutic interventions.
• Client assessments are based on information from standardized assessments, observations, medical records, caregivers, and clients.
• Response to treatment is assessed to enable appropriate progression within the parameters of the treatment plan.
• Work is performed within the parameters of established treatment plans and strategies.
• Treatment interventions may include instructing in daily living skills and mobility, and various physical treatment procedures.
• May be responsible for planning or leading group activities or classes.
• Client receives educational information, guidance, and encouragement in performance of therapeutic activities.
• Plans for therapy are implemented.
• Client quality of life is improved.
• Promotes client independence.
• Ensures that clients perform activities and progress toward goals in accordance with treatment plan.
• Records client progress for use by therapists.
• Communicates any change in client condition requiring medical attention or re-evaluation.
• May provide direction to interns, students, or staff providing supportive services.
• Works under supervision of a licensed therapist.

Skills

Licensure/certification

Clinical assessment

Mobility support

Education

Virginia Board of Physical Therapy licensure

NBCOT certification

Job description

The Therapist Assistant role encompasses occupational and physical therapist assistant and requires certification or licensure by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy or National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy.

Pay: $40/hr

Duties

• Applies knowledge acquired through formal education in an accredited program.
• Applies knowledge of principles and practices related to therapeutic interventions.
• Client assessments are based on information from standardized assessments (within practice guidelines), observations, medical records, caregivers, and clients.
• Response to treatment is assessed to enable appropriate progression within the parameters of the treatment plan.
• Work is performed within the parameters of established treatment plans and strategies.
• Treatment interventions may include instructing in daily living skills, sensory- motor integration skills, mobility skills, therapeutic exercises, and various physical treatment procedures.
• May be responsible for planning or leading group activities or classes.
• Client receives educational information, guidance, and encouragement in performance of therapeutic activities.
• Plans for therapy are implemented.
• Client quality of life is improved.
• Promotes client independence.
• Ensures that clients perform activities and progress toward goals in accordance with treatment plan.
• Records client progress for use by therapists.
• Communicates immediately any change in client condition requiring medical attention or re-evaluation.
• May provide direction to interns, students, or staff providing supportive services.
• Works under supervision of a licensed therapist.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

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