Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Name: Cape Regency Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Barnstable is looking for full-time and per diem PTAs!

Up to $40 an hour with weekly pay. Higher rate for per diem. Cape Regency is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility offering short-term rehab and long-term care. The full-time schedule is on weekdays but does include an occasional 1 weekend day rotation.

Job Description:

We are hiring a per diem Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our dynamic care team! As a PTA, you will assist in the provision and collection of assessment data, direct treatment to a general rehab caseload under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist, and participate in clinical program development.

Education & Experience:

• Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant required

• Must possess an active and unencumbered Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state, or be in the process or eligible to obtain one

• New graduates welcome!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Under a physician’s order, provides direct resident treatments in accordance with an established plan of care

• Contributes to the team meeting and decision-making process as defined by the program

• Consults with and trains residents and caregivers

• Monitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with the supervisor

• Documents activities according to the company’s clinical documentation system on a timely basis

• Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations

• Participates in clinical program development and implementation

• Demonstrates the ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the field

• May perform additional duties as requested by supervisor

• Participates in quality improvement activities

Specific Requirements:

• Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary

• Ability to perform documentation needs, manipulations of equipment and direct patient care

• Requires intense attention and concentration

• Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others

• Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds

• Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language

What we offer:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay

• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Vacation and Personal Time

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).