Physical Therapy Assistant

Twin lakes rehabilitation and nursing; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Engagement Activities

Positive work environment

Excellent Training

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Job summary

Twin Lakes Rehabilitation & Nursing is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our family of skilled nursing facilities. The PTA will provide PT treatments to enhance patient independence under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

The role is available full-time and PRN, with a supportive work environment, ongoing training, and competitive pay and benefits. You will collaborate with the rehab team to carry out individualized care plans.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the APTA.
• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
• Requires good organizational and time management skills.
• Requires good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs compatible with patient needs and capabilities.
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in PT treatment skills under the PT supervision.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Graduated PTA program (APTA accredited)

Job description

Twin Lakes Rehabilitation & Nursing is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us!

We are currently seeking a full time and PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities

• Positive work environment

• Excellent Training

• Competitive Pay and Benefits

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist

• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient

• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations and complex procedures

• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice

• Requires good organizational and time management skills

• Requires good verbal and written communication skills