Physical Therapy Assistant - Rehab Team Clinician

Topaz Fiscal Services; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Topaz Fiscal Services is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide clinical services under physician orders and support the physical therapist in treatment execution. The role emphasizes patient progress reporting, confidentiality, and participation in interdisciplinary meetings.

The position requires adherence to documentation requirements, ongoing professional development, and collaboration with the rehab team to ensure safe and effective patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services to appropriate residents under physician’s orders
• Reports information relating to the patient’s progress, complications, and/or response to treatment to the Physical Therapist
• Assists Physical Therapist in performing procedures, test and complex treatments to ensure the safe, effective evaluation and treatment of patients
• Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and development by participating in continuing education programs and other appropriate learning experiences
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility, and physician-related information
• Maintains accurate billing information, in accordance with procedures, on a daily basis
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team
• Attends and participates in family meetings, as appropriate
• Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation department and the facility
• Conducts staff training/education, as appropriate, via formal and informal in‑services and consultations
• Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual
• Supervises non-professional staff, as appropriate

Job description

Topaz Fiscal Services is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide clinical services under physician orders and support the physical therapist in treatment execution. The role emphasizes patient progress reporting, confidentiality, and participation in interdisciplinary meetings.

The position requires adherence to documentation requirements, ongoing professional development, and collaboration with the rehab team to ensure safe and effective patient care.