Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are a 33 bed Skilled Nursing Facility in search of a part time or full time  Physical Therapist Assistant who will be responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Essential Qualifications:

• Current NJ licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide physical therapy services to residents within the Physical Therapist’s established Plan of Care, in accordance with NJ State Practice Act, Company procedures, Therapy Department procedures and productivity standards under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team and Staff to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program to maximize independence, safety and functional ability.
• Adhere to Company procedures regarding documentation and billing of physical therapy services.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in the implementation and follow-up of resident therapy programs.
• Conduct treatment according to the established treatment plan.
• Monitor resident’s response to intervention and discuss adaptation of treatment with the Physical Therapist to attain goals in accordance with established plan of care and physician orders.
• Participate in resident, family/responsible party and staff education by instructing on physical therapy procedures, strategies, recommendations and/ or program to enhance carry over outside of therapy sessions and in preparation for discontinuation of therapy services.
• Communicate and interact professionally and effectively with residents/family members and coworkers.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Salary: From $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Neurology
• Orthopedics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

COVID-19 considerations:

all PPE provided, Temperature screening at door, rapid testing and PCR available

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• NJ PTA License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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