Physical Therapy Assistant — SNF Care & Growth Opportunities

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC; Grand Bay (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Growth opportunities

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC in Grand Bay, AL is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join an in-house Skilled Nursing Facility team under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will assist with planning, screening residents, and implementing treatment plans to help residents reach their goals.

The role supports various shifts including full-time, part-time, or PRN, with competitive pay and benefits such as Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, plus opportunities for

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Must have an active Physical Therapy Assistant license in state(s) of practice.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Identify indications for evaluations at appropriate intervals and assists in the evaluation under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in identifying a target list, including short-term goals, long-term goals and treatment plan.
• Conduct both individual and group treatment as assigned by the Physical Therapist and outlined in treatment plan that includes areas such as strength, mobility, balance, gait, and ROM.
• Assist in the selection of physical therapy techniques/media and adapt as indicated by resident performance.
• Monitor residents’ response to intervention and consult with the Physical Therapist if modification is indicated.
• Assist in establishing and modifying individual resident schedules in conjunction with the Physical Therapist and other team members.
• Adhere to department and resident schedule and modify as appropriate for treatment regimen.
• Train resident, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of equipment.
• Participate in resident, family, and staff education.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of programs.
• Report to work on time and coordinate schedule to maximize productivity.
• Assist with Quality Assurance Program as required.
• Complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systems.

Education

Associate's degree in physical therapy

Job description

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC in Grand Bay, AL is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join an in-house Skilled Nursing Facility team under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will assist with planning, screening residents, and implementing treatment plans to help residents reach their goals.

The role supports various shifts including full-time, part-time, or PRN, with competitive pay and benefits such as Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, plus opportunities for