Physical Therapy Assistant — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Waverly Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Waverly (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive Wages and Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Company Discounts

Company Perks and Activities

Same Day Pay Option

Annual Raises

Job summary

Waverly Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Waverly, VA is hiring a PTA to provide comprehensive treatment under the supervision of a PT. You will assist with patient care, documentation, and coordination of rehab services.

The position offers a flexible schedule, competitive wages, paid time off, and opportunities for annual raises and staff discounts. Applicants must hold a PTA license and a degree in physical therapy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Physical Therapy recognized by the APTA.
• Holds current license and/or registration in the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under supervision of a PT according to state practice guidelines.
• Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
• Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress notes with PT cosignature.
• Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications and discharges.
• Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
• Attend facility and rehab meetings as directed by Supervisor.
• Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
• Assist with scheduling of patients as indicated.
• Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services.
• Cover other therapists’ caseload during absence as necessary.
• Supervise junior PTA staff or students as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with coworkers, facility staff, patients and families.
• Provide in-service education regarding patient care or physical therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community.
• Comply with all facility safety policies and procedures.
• Protect patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and maintain professionalism.
• Adhere to productivity requirements.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and communicate professionally with customers, clients, coworkers and managers.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Supervisor, Lead Therapist or Regional Manager.
• Comply with facility lunch, overtime, sick and time-off policies.
• Adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

Education

BA or AS degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Waverly Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center in Waverly, VA is hiring a PTA to provide comprehensive treatment under the supervision of a PT. You will assist with patient care, documentation, and coordination of rehab services.

The position offers a flexible schedule, competitive wages, paid time off, and opportunities for annual raises and staff discounts. Applicants must hold a PTA license and a degree in physical therapy.