Therapy - PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant

Profession: Physical Therapist Assistant

Specialty: Long Term Care

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours per Shift: 8 hours, M-F

Experience: 1 year of PTA experience

License: Active State Licensure

Certifications: PTA license required

Must-Have: LTC or Rehab Experience

Description: Utilizes evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions. Provides rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with physical functioning disorders per regulatory and clinical practice requirements 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, use of supportive and assistive devices, etc., under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist. Assesses patient progress and communicates with the supervising Physical Therapist to adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements. Reports effectiveness of treatment outcomes to the supervising Physical Therapist. Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers, and other service providers related to physical disorders. Effectively communicates with the supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans. Provides input to the supervisor for the discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements. Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and 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 but not limited to patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, etc. Participates in facility and company-required trainings, in-services, and conferences. Able to work with the supervising Physical Therapist to obtain any necessary equipment or supplies per regulatory and clinical practice requirements. Able to supervise and support students under the guidance of the Physical Therapist. Adheres to the APTA and State required practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics during professional practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

Client Details City: Harrisonville State: MO

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• Disability insurance
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry-leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers

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