PTA: Flexible Per Diem Rehab Specialist

Champion Care; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Scheduling

PTO & Holidays

Health, Dental & Vision Benefits

401K

Job summary

Rivertown Health and Rehab is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our Therapy Team. You will provide PT-guided services to residents, support daily living activities, and help develop treatment plans to promote growth.

This per diem/PRN role offers opportunities for growth within a dedicated therapy department and a facility focused on resident outcomes and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine the need for intervention/treatment.
• Assist in evaluations under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Assist in identifying short- and long-term goals and treatment plans.
• Conduct individual and group treatment as outlined in the plan, including strength, mobility, balance, gait, and ROM activities.
• Assist in selecting therapy techniques/media and adapt as indicated by resident performance.
• Monitor residents’ response to therapy and consult with the Physical Therapist for modifications.
• Assist in scheduling in conjunction with the Physical Therapist and team members.
• Adhere to department and resident schedules and modify as appropriate for treatment regimens.
• Train residents, family and staff in equipment use.
• Participate in resident, family, and staff education.
• Contribute to the ongoing evaluation and documentation per CMS expectations in NetHealthEMR.

Education

Associate’s degree in physical therapy

Job description

Rivertown Health and Rehab is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our Therapy Team. You will provide PT-guided services to residents, support daily living activities, and help develop treatment plans to promote growth.

This per diem/PRN role offers opportunities for growth within a dedicated therapy department and a facility focused on resident outcomes and quality of care.