Therapy - PTA

Cynet HealthStaff; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff seeks a Therapy PTA to support long-term care patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role emphasizes evidence-based interventions, rehabilitative treatments, and ADL/ambulation training.

Active PTA licensure is required, with priority given to candidates who hold an active state license, have 1+ year PTA experience, and can provide references and a resume on submission.

Qualifications

• Active State Licensure required.
• Resume is required.
• Skills checklist within 1 year.
• 0-1 reference at submission time.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provides rehabilitative and medically necessary treatment under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Administers procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan (manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, modalities).
• Assesses patient progress and communicates with supervising PT to adjust treatments.
• Maintains patient records and documents regulatory information in electronic systems.

Skills

PTA experience

LTC experience

Education

PTA license

Job description

Therapy - PTA

Profession: Physical Therapist Assistant

Specialty: Long Term Care

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours per Shift: 8 hours, M-F

Experience: 1+ years of PTA experience; LTC or Rehab experience

License: Active PTA license

Must-Have:

• Active State Licensure
• Resume
• Skills checklist within 1 year
• 0-1 reference at time of submission

Description:Utilizes evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.Provides rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with physical functioning disorders under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist.Administers various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including, but not limited to, manual techniques; ambulation; therapeutic exercises; modalities; and the use of supportive and assistive devices.Assesses patient progress and communicates with supervising Physical Therapist to adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record.Reports effectiveness of treatment outcomes to supervising Physical Therapist.Provides consultation and counseling to patients and families regarding physical disorders.Effectively communicates with supervisors and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.Provides input to supervisors for discharge summaries of services as required.Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system.Maintains patient records according to company policy.Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.Participates in required meetings including patient care conferences and rehabilitation meetings.Participates in facility required trainings, in-services, and conferences.Works with supervising Physical Therapist to obtain necessary DME or supplies as required.Supervises and supports students under the guidance of the Physical Therapist.Adheres to practice acts, codes of conduct, and ethics during professional practice.Active State Licensure is required.