- Implement physical therapy treatment plans as directed by the Physical Therapist
- Conduct screening of residents to determine therapy needs
- Provide education to residents and their families on therapeutic exercises and activities as well as on proper techniques to maintain therapy progress
- Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to ensure that therapy services are coordinated and integrated into the overall care plan of the resident
- Document all therapy services provided in accordance with facility policies and regulations
- Maintain a clean and organized therapy area
- Communicate with the Physical Therapist and other members of the healthcare team about resident progress and concerns
- Must have Associates' degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Program
- Must hold current state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable and legible manner.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult situations.
- Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and push/pull a minimum of 50 lbs. force.
- Must be able to stand & walk for long periods of time
- Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
- Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
- Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
- Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a physical examination.
- Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility.
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Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:-Full-time 32 hours (4 days/week) Full benefits package for full-time employees.
-PRN hours available.
Purpose of your position
The primary purpose of your job position is to provide assistance to the Physical Therapist in providing therapy services to residents.
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As a Physical Therapist Assistant you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
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