Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

BrightSpring Health Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for clients through personalized rehabilitation programs. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll play a vital role in delivering effective therapy services, collaborating closely with licensed Physical Therapists to ensure optimal patient care. Your expertise in rehabilitation techniques and strong communication skills will be essential in helping patients regain their independence and improve their functional capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals recovering from neurological injuries and other challenges.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Minimum one year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist.
• Maintain patient treatment and billing documentation as required.

Skills

Rehabilitation Techniques

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant License

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations. If you're motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Physical Therapist in accordance with the patient's Plan of Treatment


• Confers with Physical Therapist regularly regarding patient's plan of treatment, status of progress toward goals, questions and concerns


• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment, treatment and department areas


• Reports any problems with department equipment to the appropriate personnel to ensure that it is maintained in good working order


• Communicates patient's needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function. Incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehabilitation program


• Maintains and submits patient treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations


• Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws


• Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state in which practicing


• Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, in accordance state regulations


• A minimum of one year's work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred


• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury


• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions


• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail

About our Line of Business
Rehab Without Walls is a revolutionary neuro rehabilitation program that moves individuals outside the walls of institutional settings and into their natural home and community environment through a continuum of care. It is designed to significantly help people - who have primarily experienced a brain injury, spinal cord injury or stroke/CVA through accident or illness - regain functional capabilities. By providing care in the home, community, workplace, or school, Rehab Without Walls promotes greater health through the recovery process, all with industry-leading outcomes that dramatically improve functional skills and independence for patients. For more information visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.