Physical Therapist Assistant

Description Responsible for the treatment of residents with noted disorders or deficits within Physical Therapy scope of practice upon receiving physician order and completion of evaluation Optimize the functionality and skills of patients Responsible for the objective screening of residents Completes all necessary documentation Collaborate with supervising PT developing programs appropriate to the needs of facility residents while fulfilling PTA/PT co-signature and supervision requirements Attend all required meetings including care planning, staff meetings, family meetings, etc. Assist the facility in meeting the standards necessary to obtain state and federal certification while following OBRA Resident Right Guidelines Follow facility infection control policies and procedures Complete all other tasks that are deemed appropriate for the role and assigned by the manager/supervisor Required Skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations Ability to clinically collaborate and accept feedback & direction from Physical Therapist Physical Demands Push/Pull up to 300lbs Standing Sitting Sustained Squatting Repetitive Stooping Trunk Twisting Sustained Kneeling Sustained & Repetitive Forward Reaching Stair Climbing Walking Grasping Fine Motor Lifting Required Experience And Qualifications Completion of Physical Therapist Assistant Program State Licensure Desired Skills And Experience Prior Senior Living Community experience Knowledge of PDPM Knowledge of Medicaid Case Mix Prior use of rehab documentation software #J-18808-Ljbffr