PRN Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

WVE WVNH EMP LLC; Moundsville (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO plans

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, has a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at Moundsville Healthcare Center in Moundsville, WV. The PTA works closely with a Physical Therapist to deliver in-house therapy and improve residents’ mobility and independence.

The role offers competitive wages, PTO, and a benefits menu including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer match, and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Qualifications

• PTA education as CAPTE-accredited two-year associates degree
• APTA Practice Standards/Code of Conduct compliance
• License required for PTA practice
• Competency in therapy principles and equipment utilization
• Knowledge of state and federal accreditation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Willingness to travel as necessary

Responsibilities

• Interview clients to verify information and assess treatment purpose
• Help clients improve mobility and independence through therapy
• Implement treatment plans in collaboration with the Physical Therapist
• Promote professional growth via continuing education
• Maintain confidentiality of medical records and rehab information
• Accurate billing documentation per facility procedures
• Assist in interdisciplinary team meetings and clinical recommendations
• Support staff training and rehab department documentation
• Manage supplies and inventory for therapy needs

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Travel ability

Education

CAPTE-accredited two-year associate degree

Physical Therapist Assistant License

National licensure examination passing score

Job description

Job Address: 2200 Floral St Moundsville, WV 26041

Job Description PRN PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA) CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a PRN position available for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Moundsville Healthcare Center. Our therapists are in-house and members of the CommuniCare family. This is an exciting opportunity making a direct impact through therapy. As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental and vision coverage, from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Qualifications:

• Physical therapist assistant (PTA) education, obtained in a CAPTE-accredited two-year associate degree program
• Agree to abide by the APTA Practice Standards/Code of Conduct
• Attain a passing score on the national licensure examination
• Physical Therapy Assistant License (Required)
• Competency in therapy treatment principles, techniques, materials and equipment utilization
• Knowledge of state and federal accreditation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Must be able to travel as necessary

Responsibilities:

• Verifies client information by interviewing client; reviewing and/or recording medical history; confirming purpose of treatment
• Helps clients improve their quality of life by helping them compensate for limitations, such as, helping injured workers improve their motor skills and re-enter the labor force, and teaching persons with learning disabilities live with increased independence to use public transportation and increase their mobility independence.
• Implements treatment plan through direct treatment and collaboration with Physical Therapist, education of treatment staff which includes fellow therapists and other members of team involved in the treatment plan.
• Maintain professional growth and development, by participating in continuing education programs, and other approved learning experiences.
• Maintains confidentiality of all medical record, facility and rehab related information.
• Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with facility procedures daily.
• Assist in leading interdisciplinary meetings as appropriate to relay clinical findings and make recommendations to other members of the rehab team.
• Complies with the documentation requirements of the rehab department and facility under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist with staff/family training and education when appropriate by formal and informal in-services as well as consultations.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.

Job Requisition: R-0000049051

Since 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional person-centered care as a national leader in post-acute care for those that are chronically ill or have complex conditions. Our more than 150 skilled nursing, assisted living, and long-term care facilities deliver sophisticated and transformative care to nearly 16,000 residents and patients at any given time. CommuniCare employs more than 19,000 employees across six states (Ohio, Indiana, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania). As a family owned and operated company, family and heart are woven into every aspect of our continuum of care. Our mission, to serve with pride, is evident and a quality residents, families and community partners have come to expect and trust. Dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, we put extraordinary service above all else. We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to deliver a higher quality of life for those far beyond our facilities. Because of this, our facilities are a better place for residents to live, patients to stay, employees to work and families to heal.