Physical Therapy Assistant-Full Time

Rennes Group; Town of Weston (WI); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Rennes Group is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant for RHRC Weston in Weston, WI. The role supports physical therapists by delivering individualized therapy programs and assisting in discharge planning to maximize patient progress.

The ideal candidate has an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and Wisconsin licensure, with experience in skilled nursing or assisted living preferred. Strong communication and patient-care skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current Wisconsin PTA license.
• Experience in Skilled Nursing or Assisted Living preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with therapists and care teams.

Responsabilités

• Implements a plan of care established by therapists and involves family when appropriate.
• Provides direct patient care and participates in discharge planning.
• Completes insurance documentation and verifies coverage promptly.
• Documents interventions: treatment notes and billing.
• Supports staff and promotes community physical therapy awareness.

Connaissances

Patient care skills

Calm under pressure

Professionalism

Customer service

Formation

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Description du poste

Job Details: Job Location: RHRC Weston - Weston, WI 54476, Job Summary:

The Physical Therapy Assistant will assist the physical therapist in carrying out an individualized program of physical therapy including treatment, planning, implementation, education, communication and discharge planning to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Implements a plan of care established by therapists and incorporates participation by significant others as appropriate.


• Provides direct patient care, consults with therapists and other specialists, and actively participates in the discharge planning process.


• Possesses a working knowledge of patient’s insurance coverage, verification and completes required insurance documentation in a timely manner.


• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care for physical therapy for an assistant.


• Directs the assistance of support staff as allowed to achieve patients’ functional goals.


• Communicate effectively with other professionals and support staff to achieve positive outcomes and interdisciplinary team discharge planning.


• Practices facility and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards, including cleaning of therapy equipment, workstation and shared work areas.


• Completes and documents interventions in a timely manner. To include:
  
  
  
  • Treatment Encounter Notes
  
  
  • Billing
  
  
  
  


• Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops.


• Keeps up to date on professional literature, continuing education units, State licensure, and certifications as applicable.


• Acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.


• Additional Duties as assigned .

Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge and skills to care for the physical and functional needs of patients.


• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.


• Professionalism, accuracy, and dependability.


• Excellent customer service and patient care skills.

Education and Experience:

• Must possess an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant Program from an accredited college or university.


• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Wisconsin.


• Experience in Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living is preferred.

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