PTA: Empower Residents' Independence in Rehab

Sterling Therapy Providers; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full/Part-time & Per diem

Job summary

Sterling Therapy Providers is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement and assist with physical therapy programs for residents, under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. The role includes administering treatments, guiding residents and families, and coordinating with the rehab team to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities include documenting care, participating in team meetings, and ensuring high-quality, compassionate service while maintaining equipment and safety

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensed as required by the State.

Responsibilities

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises.
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the physical therapist.
• Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident.
• Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated.
• Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist;
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

Education

PTA program graduate

Licensed in state

Job description

Sterling Therapy Providers is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement and assist with physical therapy programs for residents, under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. The role includes administering treatments, guiding residents and families, and coordinating with the rehab team to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities include documenting care, participating in team meetings, and ensuring high-quality, compassionate service while maintaining equipment and safety