PTA: Transform Lives in a Collaborative Rehab Team

Chautauqua-Health-and-Rehabilitation; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, KY, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy services under a licensed therapist, supporting residents to improve strength, mobility, and confidence. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care and compliance with guidelines.

The role involves direct supervision of rehabilitation technicians, participation in care conferences, and ongoing professional development to advance clinical

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Valid state Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic internet navigation.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and Physical Therapist.
• Assist in screening and providing input to initial evaluations as appropriate.
• Implement treatment for all assigned patients in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely documentation and billing.
• Establish and maintain effective patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and facility staff.
• Provide direct supervision to rehabilitation technicians during group and individual treatment.
• Actively integrate physical therapy services into facility and interdisciplinary treatment plans.
• Participate in utilization review, case management, care conferences, administrative meetings, and family conferences as directed by the physical therapist.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare professionals and colleagues.
• Make appropriate referrals to other members of the rehabilitation team.
• Maintain awareness of changes in patient conditions and programs and communicate patient progress and facility issues to the supervising physical therapist in a timely manner.
• Adhere to facility policies related to environmental safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, patient rights, and privacy.
• Enhance clinical expertise and professional skills through continuing education and professional development.
• Understand and apply relevant payment models and treatment guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality of organizational, facility, and patient information.
• Conduct oneself in an ethical, legal, and professional manner at all times.

Skills

Clinical problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

English proficiency

Adaptability

Education

PTA program

State PTA license

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation in Owensboro, KY, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy services under a licensed therapist, supporting residents to improve strength, mobility, and confidence. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care and compliance with guidelines.

The role involves direct supervision of rehabilitation technicians, participation in care conferences, and ongoing professional development to advance clinical