Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant | The Springs Living | Lake Oswego, OR | Part-Time

Schedule: Typically 30 hours a week.

Welcome to the next generation in senior living, TSL Well.

TSL Well provides therapeutic services to residents of The Springs Living. The Springs Living was started in 1996 with one goal in mind: quality for its own family. Nearly 30 years later, it continues to innovate to enhance the lives of its residents, creating best-in-class environments where residents, their families, and staff live life to the fullest.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our in-house therapy team. This role provides high-quality, person-centered care to adults with a wide range of diagnoses and disabilities, with a special emphasis on supporting aging in place. As a PTA, you will enhance residents' quality of life by promoting mobility, independence, and overall well-being through tailored therapeutic interventions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform initial screenings for new community residents and those referred by nursing staff to determine therapy needs.
• Assist in the evaluation process and gather data to support treatment planning and implementation under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Communicate evaluation findings to residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions that align with individual treatment goals, following professional standards and facility procedures.
• Monitor and document treatment times, progress notes, and outcomes in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Adjust treatment plans based on resident response and physician guidance.
• Support reimbursement processes by understanding basic insurance and billing practices for therapy services.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on the proper use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Maintain safety protocols, including infection control, universal precautions, and OSHA standards.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program
• Current state licensure
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Results-oriented, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Work location:

In person, The Springs Living, Lake Oswego, OR.

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