Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN

Richwood Nursing & Rehab in; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

EAP

Job summary

Richwood Nursing & Rehab in Oldham County, LaGrange, KY is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to evaluate and treat residents under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include documenting treatment, communicating with families and physicians, and ensuring quality care throughout the facility.

Qualifications include Kentucky licensure as a PTA, proficiency with Casamba and Point Click Care, and strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Proficient with Casamba and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read and comprehend procedures and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents under PT oversight and record treatment notes.
• Communicate progress with families, physicians, and health team.
• Assist in department maintenance and staff training.
• Instruct families and nursing staff for discharge prep.
• Participate in in-services and conferences.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team communication

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN (Healthcare)

(located in beautiful Oldham County, LaGrange - Exit 22 off Hwy 71)

Richwood Nursing & Rehab is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our Team as PRN.

As a PRN Physical Therapist expectations are to evaluate and treat Residents throughout the facility. To communicate with Families, Physicians and other Health team members regarding patient progress, issue and plans. To maintain documentation of services. To complete tasks as may be required by the Director of Therapy to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Our benefits for a PRN Physical Therapist include:

• We offer a 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Working with us at Richwood Nursing & Rehab is more than a job—it's a daily opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities include:

Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist. Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board. Assist in maintaining department. Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed. Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area. Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans. Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures. Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues. Supervisory Requirements The position is not a supervisory position.

Qualification Education and/or Experience

Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care. Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state. Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state. Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information Note:

Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.