Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Sapphire Rehabilitation & Care Center; Upper Arlington (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Affordable Medical coverage

401k Eligibility & matching after 3 mo

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Sapphire Care and Rehabilitation in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient recovery in a skilled nursing setting. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans, document progress, and contribute to program development.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the care team, ensuring accurate medical records, participating in discharge planning, and maintaining professional clinical standards to promote

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited PTA program.
• Licensure as required by the State of Ohio.
• Ability to coordinate with other disciplines for effective patient care.
• Maintain clinical standards and documentation in the medical record.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under supervision of the PT.
• Document progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Coordinate with care team for comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in discharge planning and patient/family education.

Skills

Professional judgement

Initiative

Patient communication

Mobility/lifting

Education

Accredited PTA program

Ohio licensure

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)

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