Physical Therapist Assistant- PTA

Wallace Rehabilitation and Healthcare - Wallace Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center, located in Wallace, NC, is a Long Term Care facility that provides quality care to our residents. Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.NOW HIRING:(PTA) Physical Therapy AssistantNEW BENEFITS!New added bonuses and perks!U earned it bonus!PTO!Paid orientation!Very supportive management!Health insurance!Dental insurance!Vision insurance!401 (k)!Employee discounts!Monthly gift cardsVery High No Frills rates!Same day pay option!Employee Engagement program!Staff appreciation lunches and give outs!Company Swag!Annual raises!Opportunities for advancement!Birthday pay!University partner, offering tuition assistance to staff and dependents!Qualifications: 1.Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Physical Therapy that is recognized by theAPTA. 2.Holds current license and/or registration in the stateJob Responsibilities: 1.Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of a PT according to state practice guidelines.2.Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.3.Document patient's daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the PT.4.Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications and discharges.5.Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.6.Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.7.Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.8.Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.9.Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services rendered.10.Cover other therapists' patient caseload during absence as necessary.11.Supervise junior PTA staff members or students as needed.12.Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.13.Provide in-service education regarding patient care or physical therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.14.Comply with all facility safety policies and procedures.15.Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.16.Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and project a professional image at all times.17.Adhere to productivity requirements.18.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers.19.Perform all other duties assigned by the department Supervisor, Lead Therapist or Regional Manager.20.Comply with all Facility policies re: lunch, sick and time off notification.21.Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.