Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Physical Therapist Assistant - Geriatric

Salary Range: $28.03 - $30.81 per hour

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, no weekend rotation

Job Summary:

As a Physical Therapist Assistant at this facility, you will play a crucial role in helping our geriatric patients achieve their maximum physical potential and maintain their independence. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct patient evaluations and assessments to determine their physical abilities and limitations

- Assist the Physical Therapist in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans

- Administer therapeutic exercises and modalities to improve patients' strength, mobility, and range of motion

- Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed

- Educate patients and their families on exercises and techniques to continue their progress at home

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care for patients

- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient treatments and progress

- Comply with all facility policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations

Qualifications:

- Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program

- Current state license or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant

- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with geriatric patients

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Strong organizational and time-management skills

- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

- Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in the field of physical therapy