Physical Therapy Assistant — In-House SNF (PRN) Growth & Training

Evolve-Therapy-Services; Fort Atkinson (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, Vision

Growth opportunities from within

Job summary

Evolve Therapy Services in Fort Atkinson, WI is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-house skilled nursing facility services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

You will assist with screenings, participate in treatment planning, supervise residents, and help educate residents and families while complying with CMS expectations and documenting in NetHealth EMR.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in state(s) of practice.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.
• Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure and certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Assist in evaluation and in identifying goals and treatment plans with the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct individual and group treatment as outlined in the plan.
• Assist in selecting techniques/media and adapt as indicated by resident performance.
• Monitor residents’ response to intervention and consult with the Physical Therapist.
• Assist in establishing and modifying individual resident schedules with the team.
• Adhere to department and resident schedules and adjust as needed for treatment.
• Train resident, family and appropriate staff in the use of equipment.
• Participate in resident, family, and staff education.
• Complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems.

Education

Associate's degree in physical therapy

Tools

NetHealth EMR

Job description

Evolve Therapy Services in Fort Atkinson, WI is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-house skilled nursing facility services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

You will assist with screenings, participate in treatment planning, supervise residents, and help educate residents and families while complying with CMS expectations and documenting in NetHealth EMR.