Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Stellar Care Group; Upper Arlington (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Affordable Medical Coverage

401k Eligibility & matching

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Sapphire Care and Rehabilitation in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to carry out treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will contribute to the development, implementation of and progression of patient treatment and modify as needed.

Documentation and interdisciplinary coordination are essential throughout care. The PTA will participate in discharge planning and maintain clinical expertise through continuing education, promoting a team

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Ohio state licensure as required.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment and adapt care as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatment under PT supervision according to the treatment plan.
• Document and maintain medical records with accuracy and continuity of care.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for comprehensive patient care and discharge planning.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Sapphire Care and Rehabilitation (Formerly Arlington Court) has been serving the geriatric Post-Acute community for over 50 years. We are a specialized rehabilitation company operated and managed at the executive level by licensed clinicians. Our unique perspective combines superior knowledge of the healthcare regulatory industry with a passion for positive patient outcomes. We incorporate solid business practices with skill and compassion to provide superior service, expedite healing, and enhance the quality of life for patients recovering in skilled nursing facilities.

Facility Location: Sapphire Care and Rehabilitation (1605 NW Professional Plaza Columbus, Ohio 43220)

Hiring for FT/PT/PRN

General Summary:

Provides physical therapy treatment to patients according to the established treatment plan under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. Contributes to the development, implementation of, and progression of patient treatment and modifies treatment as necessary. Participates in patient care conferences and program development. Completes appropriate documentation and adheres to policies, procedures and current standards of clinical practice.

Role Summary:

• Provides physical therapy treatments consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the A.P.T.A. for the Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical record as it relates to accuracy, continuity of care and reimbursement guidelines.
• Coordinates with other disciplines for effective total patient care.
• Assures delivery of quality care.
• Participates in the discharge planning process to ensure continued patient care as needed and provide patient and family instruction.
• Maintains the clinical expertise of the PTA through continuing education.
• Contributes to a team philosophy within the department and the company and promotes the same among staff.
• Delegates work assignments, responsibilities, and patients to support staff as needed.
• Supervises students and volunteers.
• Represents the Physical Therapy Department to family, visitors, and personnel and attends care conferences as requested.
• Effectively communicates with department staff, company personnel, patients and families and department head.
• Secures equipment for patients and department supplies as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Licensure as required by the State of Ohio.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to exercise professional judgement and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions.
• Initiative and flexibility in the work environment.
• Ability to react effectively to the needs of patients and their families.
• Physical Ability to bend, position, transfer and lift patients weighing from 80 pounds to over 300 pounds, without restriction, utilizing lifting devices clinically recommended for the patient.

Employee Benefits:

• Daily Pay
• Affordable Medical coverage
• 401k Eligibility & matching after 3 months of service.
• Paid Holidays