Physical Therapist Assistant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Plan, organizes and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, of muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. · Reviews physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required upon admission and throughout treatment. · Consults with other members of rehabilitation team to select activity program consistent with needs and capabilities of individuals and to coordinate physical therapy with other therapeutic activities. · Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs. · Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data. · Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification · Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistant and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses. · Administers treatments involving application of physical agents, using equipment, such as hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines, E-Stim, and TENS. · Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into computer. · Completes all Medicare and company required documentation per guidelines and in a timely manner. · Confers with physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient's health care. · Transition and train restorative nursing in implementation of patient’s restorative treatment program upon d/c from skilled therapy services. General Skills · Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. · Training and Teaching Others –Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. · Making Decisions and Solving Problems – Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. · Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates – Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, email, or in person effectively. · Time management- Managing one’s own time and the time of others. · Social Perceptiveness- Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do. · Active Listening- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. · Performing General Physical Activities- Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Requirements · Must comply with Medicare guidelines and state requirements for licensure. · Attend continuing education courses approved by the state and in your appropriate field with frequency according to state regulations. · May plan, direct, and coordinate physical therapy program and be designated Director, Physical Therapy. · Personal development in assuring evidence based practice in the LTC setting. Minimum Experience, Education, and Licensure: · Associates Degree in Physical Therapy · 1 Year Preferred Experience · Must hold current state license Physical Demands: · Lifting from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; · Standing, sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling , crouching/squatting and driving · Must be able to lift at least 100 lbs.; using proper body mechanics. Work Environment: · Location: Facility; LTC Facility Following Universal Precautions; Indoors; Outdoors if necessary · Climatic/Environmental Conditions: Could face various weather conditions traveling to and from job sites Benefits: · Dental insurance · Vision insurance · Health insurance · Life insurance · Paid time off · Tuition reimbursement · Flexible schedule Schedule: · 8 hour shift · Monday to Friday Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35.00 - $39.00 per hour Work Location: In person