Licensed physical therapist assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Physical therapist assistant 

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Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - PRN, where your expertise will directly impact patient recovery and well-being. In this role, you will collaborate closely with licensed physical therapists to deliver high-quality rehabilitative care across diverse settings, including inpatient facilities, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, home health environments, and acute care units. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and achieve their health goals through personalized physiotherapy interventions. This flexible PRN position offers the opportunity to work varied shifts while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed physical therapists in implementing individualized care plans tailored to each patient’s needs, including those in orthopedics, geriatrics, pediatrics, and other specialties.
• Administer therapeutic interventions such as trigger point therapy, manual therapy techniques, and functional exercises to promote healing and mobility.
• Monitor patient progress by documenting responses to treatments and adjusting interventions accordingly while maintaining accurate records of care provided.
• Educate patients and their families on physiotherapy techniques, discharge planning procedures, and home exercise programs to support ongoing recovery outside of clinical settings.
• Support discharge planning efforts by collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure smooth transitions from inpatient or acute care environments to outpatient or home health services.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and relevant clinical procedures to deliver safe and effective care.
• Uphold all safety standards and infection control protocols during treatment sessions across various settings.

Qualifications

• Valid licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in accordance with state regulations.
• Proven experience working in inpatient settings, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient clinics, or home health environments.
• Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and physiotherapy techniques such as trigger point therapy.
• Experience with care planning for diverse populations including orthopedics, geriatrics, pediatrics, and patients requiring acute or outpatient care.
• Familiarity with discharge planning processes and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively educate patients and coordinate with healthcare providers.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different clinical environments while maintaining a positive attitude and professional demeanor. Join us in delivering compassionate rehabilitative care that transforms lives! Your expertise as a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant will be vital in helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life through energetic support and skilled intervention.
• Hours are from 8.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 2.00 pm to 7.00 pm from Monday to Friday