PRN Physical Therapy Assistant Hospital

Riverside Health; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Williamsburg is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver individualized care programs for patients with various health conditions. The role involves assessing patient needs, executing therapy interventions, and documenting progress. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy, relevant certifications, and preferably one year of healthcare experience. This position offers the opportunity to work in both inpatient and outpatient settings with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 1 year healthcare experience preferred.
• License Physical Therapy Assistant required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days required.

Responsibilities

• Follows the plan of care and performs PTA procedures.
• Assesses patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data.
• Records patients' progress and reports results to the physical therapist.
• Treats patients through exercise, massage, and other therapeutic interventions.
• Treats patients through exercise, gait, balance training, and other therapies.
• Provides patient education on interventions.

Skills

Patient assessment

Mobility improvement

Patient education

Team Collaboration

Education

Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant

Program Graduate, Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education

Job description

Overview

A Physical Therapist Assistant carries out an individualized program for patients with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. The Physical Therapist Assistant may work in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting. The Therapist is supervised by Rehab Services management and maintains a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

Location: Williamsburg, Virginia

What You Will Do

• Follows the plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. Perform services planned, delegated by the Therapist.
• Assesses patients\' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data and interprets information, identifying age-specific needs and providing care accordingly.
• Assists and participates in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
• Records patients\' progress and reports the results of each treatment to the physical therapist.
• Treats patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.
• Provides patient education on interventions.

Education

• Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) or
• Program Graduate, Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) (Required)

Experience

• 1 year Healthcare experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire (Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days (Required)