Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN

Physical Therapy AssistantRichwood Nursing & Rehab is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team as PRN.As a PRN Physical Therapist, you are to evaluate and treat residents throughout the facility. To communicate with families, physicians, and other health team members regarding patient progress, issues, and plans. To maintain documentation of services. To complete tasks as may be required by the Director of Therapy to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.Our benefits for a PRN Physical Therapist include:We offer a 401(k) plan with company match.Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)Working with us at Richwood Nursing & Rehab is more than a job—it's a daily opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others.Responsibilities include:Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist. Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board. Assist in maintaining department. Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed. Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area. Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem, and plans. Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures. Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.Supervisory Requirements: The position is not a supervisory position.Qualification: Education and/or Experience: Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care. Language Skills: Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state. Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.Physical Demands: The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and/or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and/or hearing very frequently. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.