Physical Therapy Assistant

CommuniCare; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CommuniCare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant for their Wexford Healthcare Center. In this full-time role, you will provide critical therapy services, improve clients' quality of life, and collaborate with a team of health professionals. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patient care while benefiting from competitive wages and a range of benefits.

Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Competitive wages

PTO plans

Qualifications

• Must have a PTA education from an accredited program.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Competency in therapy treatment principles needed.

Responsibilities

• Verifies client information and implements treatment plans.
• Helps clients improve mobility and independence.
• Maintains accurate billing information and participates in team meetings.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

CAPTE-accredited two-year associate degree

Job description

CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a Full Time position available for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Wexford Healthcare Center. Our therapists are in-house and members of the CommuniCare family.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for but not limited to the following:
• Verifies client information by interviewing client; reviewing and/or recording medical history; confirming purpose of treatment
• Helps clients improve their quality of life by helping them compensate for limitations, such as, helping injured workers improve their motor skills and re-enter the labor force, and teaching persons with learning disabilities live with increased independence to use public transportation and increase their mobility independence.
• Implements treatment plan through direct treatment and collaboration with Physical Therapist, education of treatment staff which includes fellow therapists and other members of team involved in the treatment plan.
• Receive necessary supervision from the Physical Therapist.
• Maintain professional growth and development, by participating in continuing education programs, and other approved learning experiences.
• Maintains confidentiality of all medical record, facility and rehab related information.
• Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with facility procedures daily.
• Assist in leading interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and make recommendations to other members of the rehab team.
• Attends and participates in family meeting when appropriate.
• Complies with the documentation requirements of the rehab department and facility.
• Assist with staff/family training and education when appropriate by formal and informal in-services as well as consultations.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Reviews and adheres to the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and CommuniCare Rehabilitation

As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer you a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental and vision coverage, from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Qualifications:

• Physical therapist assistant (PTA) education, obtained in a CAPTE-accredited two-year associate degree program
• Agree to abide by the APTA Practice Standards/Code of Conduct
• Attain a passing score on the national licensure examination
• Competency in therapy treatment principles, techniques, materials and equipment utilization
• Knowledge of state and federal accreditation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Must be able to travel as necessary

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