Physical Therapy Assistant

Worland Health and Rehabilitation; Worland (WY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Care Plan (Medical, etc

DailyPay

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development Opportunities

Job summary

Worland Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join a fast-paced team. You will provide direct care to residents, implement treatment plans set by the supervising Physical Therapist, and document encounters in medical records.

The role supports discharge planning and ongoing productivity in a healthcare setting. The position requires an associate degree from an accredited PTA program and current licensure in the practicing state.

Qualifications

• Require an accredited PTA program degree.
• Maintain current licensure in the practicing state.

Responsibilities

• Comply with state practice act and APTA guidelines.
• Provide direct care to residents on physical therapy caseload.
• Implement treatment plans set by the Physical Therapist.
• Document treatment encounters accurately in medical records.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.
• Notify Rehabilitation Manager of issues affecting operations.
• Review caseload with supervising PT regularly.
• Document supervision activities in each resident's chart.
• Participate in discharge planning related to caseload.
• Maintain productivity as directed by RM.
• Attend resident/family meetings as requested.
• Follow emergency, infection control, and safety policies.
• Maintain consistent hours in assigned buildings.
• Communicate progress notes as directed by RPT or RM.

Education

Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Current licensure in State of practice where applicable

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant

Turn your job into a career with Worland Health and Rehabilitation!

Job Summary:

Worland Health and Rehabilitation is seekinga Physical Therapy Assistant to join our exciting and fast paced team! Our housekeepers provide daily housekeeping services to maintain the Center's safety, sanitation, and attractive condition.

Essential Functions:

• Comply with State practice act and/or American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) guidelines.

• 2. Provide direct care to residents on physical therapy caseload.

• 3. Implement treatment plans set-up by Physical Therapist.

• 4. Provide clear, concise documentation in medical record and on appropriate forms as it relates to reimbursement guidelines and Center policy and procedure.

• 5. Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.

• 6. Identify and advise Rehabilitation Manager (RM) of any Center, staff, or operations issues that need to be addressed.

• 7. Review caseload with supervising PT on a regular basis as established by best practice and/or State guidelines.

• 8. Document supervision activities in each resident's chart.

• 9. Participate in discharge planning as it relates to caseload and PT prescribed programs.

• 10. Participate in RAFT (Rehab Advocating Function Today) activities to identify residents in need of rehab services.

• 11. Maintain productivity at level determined by the RM.

• 12. Self-monitor productivity level daily.

• 13. Participate in resident/family meetings as well as Center meetings when appropriate and as requested by the RM.

• 14. Follow administrative policies and procedures related to emergency procedures, infection control, and safety.

• 15. Maintain consistent and predictable hours of service in buildings as assigned.

• 16. Document and sign each treatment encounter in medical record.

• 17. Participate in writing progress notes as directed by Registered Physical Therapist (RPT) or RM.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.

• Current licensure in State of practice where applicable.

Benefit Highlights:

• Private Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• DailyPay

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Training & Development Opportunities

We strive to embody and stand for both a spirit and value system that encourages loyalty, honesty, and a commitment to caring from our belief that people are always the number one priority.

Worland Health and Rehabilitation

1901 Howell Avenue, Worland, WY 82401, USA

Worland Health and Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.