PTA - Rehab (Days) Lee's Summit

Physical Therapist Assistant

PTAs implement components of patient care, obtain data related to the treatments provided, and collaborate with the PT to modify care as necessary. PTAs assist the physical therapist in the treatment of individuals of all ages, from newborns to people at the end of life. Help patients stretch and exercise certain muscle groups. Read instructions from Physical Therapist. Work directly with Physical Therapist to assist patients. Speak with families to find best at-home techniques. Keep physical therapy clean and organized. Move patients from wheelchairs or walkers to physical therapy area. Complete administrative tasks, like scheduling appointments and filing paperwork. Teach patients techniques like balance training.

Submission requirements: 2 years of PTA experience - Preferred LTC or Rehab experience - Required MO State License - Required

About the facility: 8 hrs of NBO Lee's Summit Pointe is a small 32 bed Rehab to Home facility with an emphasis on providing outstanding customer service and care. We are seeking a motivated, compassionate physical therapist that thrives in providing evidence-based practice care and continually seeks out ways to learn and improve functional techniques to assist patients in achieving their highest level of independence and satisfaction. The role of physical therapist will include (but not limited to) performance of initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations, development and implementation of appropriate client-centered treatment plans, proper documentation following APTA and clinic guidelines, maintaining a professional relationship with patients and physicians, and openly communicating with fellow team members.