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- Compassion that is in a love of people
- Ambition to make a difference in the lives of others
- Desire to be a part of something bigger than ourselves
- Provide physical therapy treatments to residents according to treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
- Assist the Physical Therapist when performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures.
- Observe, record and report to the therapist the conditions, reactions and responses related to assigned duties.
- Maintain daily records of treatments and document progress notes on residents as directed by the therapist.
- Assist with admission screening.
- Assist the therapist in consulting with family members, physicians and other health care professionals, as appropriate.
- Assist with the care of the physical therapy department and equipment.
- Assist the Physical Therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned by the Physical Therapist.
- Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the state of practice.
- Prefer experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population served by this facility.
- Excellent oral and written communication (neat handwriting) and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Physical Therapist and the policies and procedures of the facility.
- Standing: Maintaining an upright position on the feet, especially for prolonged periods of time
- Pushing: Applying pressure and exerting force against an object for the purpose of moving it forward or away from the source of the force - push or pull force up to 35 lbs.
- Lifting: Raising an object from a lower to a higher position, or moving an object laterally, from position to position-Required to lift up to 50 lbs of force independently. May be required to lift over 50 lbs with assistance of another person or a mechanical lift
- Stooping: Bending the body forward and down from the waist, hips and knees, sometimes for a prolonged length of time.
- Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction away from the body
- Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or moving surfaces
physical therapist assistant - Manassas, VA, United States - Healthpro Heritage
Description
OverviewWhat Makes us the best choice for your career
At HealthPRO Heritage we have a higher calling with regards to our patients, team members and clients. We create meaningful relationships and have opportunities for every stage of your career.
We come from every setting, location and background but we all share the higher calling passion in everything we do - personally and professionally.
Are you one of us?The Position:
Compensation and Benefits
Starting pay $32/hr + based on experience and qualifying interview
We are looking for a Full Time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant/PTA to join our team in Manassas, VA at Manassas Health & Rehab where you can make a difference in the lives of our patients.
Flex Schedule or Two weekend days/month
Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant program REQUIRED
Full benefit package:
Health/dental/vision/life insurance beginning 1st of the month after hire.
CEU360 (free CEUs)
401k
Paid time off
New grad mentorship
Competitive pay
Great leadership & support
Responsibilities
The Physical Therapy Assistant is a skilled technical worker who performs direct resident care activities under the clinical supervision of the Physical Therapist.
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