Physical Therapy Assistant (PRN)

Community Eldercare Services, LLC; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Eldercare Services, LLC is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team on a PRN basis. You will assess patients, develop individualized care plans, and implement effective treatment strategies to enhance mobility and function.

Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, educating patients and families, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care, while maintaining thorough documentation of progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a physical therapist assistant.
• Current license to practice physical therapy assistant.
• Ability to manage patients with different personalities.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Drive to continually learn and grow.
• Professional behavior.
• Knowledge of current treatment practices.
• Ability to educate patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical abilities and limitations.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on individual patient needs.
• Utilize various therapeutic techniques to promote recovery and rehabilitation.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment procedures, exercises, and home care strategies.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in physical therapy practices and medical terminology.

Skills

PTA experience

Clinical expertise

Interpersonal skills

Clinical knowledge

Lifelong learning

Professionalism

Communication

Licensure

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Description

We are looking for a comment Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. As a PTA, you will be responsible for assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and implementing effective treatment strategies to enhance mobility and improve overall physical function.

Schedule: PRN

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical abilities and limitations.


• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on individual patient needs.


• Utilize various therapeutic techniques to promote recovery and rehabilitation.


• Educate patients and their families about treatment procedures, exercises, and home care strategies.


• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.


• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes.


• Stay updated on the latest advancements in physical therapy practices and medical terminology.

Requirements

Skills

• Proven work experience as a physical therapist assistant


• Intensive education and clinical expertise


• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities


• Current knowledge of treatment practices


• Drive to continually learn and grow


• Professional behavior


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills


• Valid license to practice physical therapy assistant