Physical Therapy Assistant: Collaborative Rehab Team

ClearView Healthcare Management; Russellville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Creekwood Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to provide services under the direction of a licensed physical therapist. You’ll work within an in-house therapy program to help residents improve strength, mobility, and confidence while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes quality patient care, adherence to care plans, and timely documentation in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Valid state Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and Physical Therapist.
• Assist in screening and providing input to initial evaluations as appropriate.
• Implement treatment for all assigned patients in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Establish and maintain effective patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Provide direct supervision to rehabilitation technicians during group and individual treatment.
• Actively integrate physical therapy services into facility and interdisciplinary treatment plans.
• Participate in utilization review, case management, care conferences, administrative meetings, and family conferences as directed by the physical therapist.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare professionals and colleagues.
• Make appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team.
• Maintain awareness of changes in patient conditions and programs and communicate patient progress and facility issues to the supervising physical therapist in a timely manner.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Graduated from PTA program

Tools

Basic internet navigation

Job description

Creekwood Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to provide services under the direction of a licensed physical therapist. You’ll work within an in-house therapy program to help residents improve strength, mobility, and confidence while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes quality patient care, adherence to care plans, and timely documentation in a supportive, team-oriented environment.