Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Full Time Physical Therapy AssistantJob Purpose: To assist in planning, organizing, developing, and directing Physical Therapy Assistant services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as may be directed by DOR, Administrator, or Regional support team to assure the highest degree of quality resident care is always maintained.Job Functions:Provide physical therapy assistant services to residents in accordance with established standards of practice, Company procedures, Therapy Department procedures and productivity standards.Adhere to Company procedures regarding documentation and billing of physical therapy assistant services.Demonstrate sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of resident therapy programs.Conduct screening of residents at regular intervals to determine the need for intervention/treatment.Conduct timely screening of residents referred to physical therapy to determine the need for intervention/ treatment.Evaluate residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.Conduct specialized evaluations as indicated.Develop treatment plans by establishing short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.Interpret and communicate evaluation findings, treatment plans, and recommendations to residents, families/ responsible parties, and interdisciplinary team members.To complete compliant and medically necessary documentation from CMS expectations in NetHealth EMR systemsEducation & Requirements:Minimum of associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited programMust have an active Physical Therapy license in state(s) of practiceAssume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.Benefits:Competitive pay ratesMedical, Dental, VisionApply Directly With AristaCare! AristaCare has a dedicated in-house Talent Acquisition Team that recruits directly for our facilities. When you apply through this posting, you are connecting directly with AristaCare — not a third-party staffing or recruitment agency.Our team will provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information about available positions, schedules, pay rates, incentives, benefits, and career opportunities.Apply directly with AristaCare and let our Talent Acquisition Team help you find the position and facility that best fit you.