Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapy Assistant

Turn your job into a career with Worland Health and Rehabilitation!

Job Summary:

Worland Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a  Physical Therapy Assistant to join our exciting and fast paced team! Our housekeepers provide daily housekeeping services to maintain the Center's safety, sanitation, and attractive condition.

Essential Functions:

• Comply with State practice act and/or American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) guidelines.

• 2. Provide direct care to residents on physical therapy caseload.

• 3. Implement treatment plans set-up by Physical Therapist.

• 4. Provide clear, concise documentation in medical record and on appropriate forms as it relates to reimbursement guidelines and Center policy and procedure.

• 5. Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.

• 6. Identify and advise Rehabilitation Manager (RM) of any Center, staff, or operations issues that need to be addressed.

• 7. Review caseload with supervising PT on a regular basis as established by best practice and/or State guidelines.

• 8. Document supervision activities in each resident’s chart.

• 9. Participate in discharge planning as it relates to caseload and PT prescribed programs.

• 10. Participate in RAFT (Rehab Advocating Function Today) activities to identify residents in need of rehab services.

• 11. Maintain productivity at level determined by the RM.

• 12. Self-monitor productivity level daily.

• 13. Participate in resident/family meetings as well as Center meetings when appropriate and as requested by the RM.

• 14. Follow administrative policies and procedures related to emergency procedures, infection control, and safety.

• 15. Maintain consistent and predictable hours of service in buildings as assigned.

• 16. Document and sign each treatment encounter in medical record.

• 17. Participate in writing progress notes as directed by Registered Physical Therapist (RPT) or RM.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.

• Current licensure in State of practice where applicable.

Benefit Highlights:

• Private Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• DailyPay

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Training & Development Opportunities

We strive to embody and stand for both a spirit and value system that encourages loyalty, honesty, and a commitment to caring from our belief that people are always the number one priority.

Worland Health and Rehabilitation

1901 Howell Avenue, Worland, WY 82401, USA

 

Worland Health and Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.