Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - Avamere Junction City

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Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Status: PRN; Flexible Schedules & Shifts Available

Location: Avamere Rehab of Junction City - 530 Birch Street, Junction City, OR 97448

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As a Physical Therapist Assistant with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere provides in-house therapy in our facilities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care. At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members. If you are a Physical Therapist Assistant interested in Full-time, Part-time or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.

Reasons to Join Avamere:

• In-House Therapy
• Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
• Therapist-Run
• Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
• Manageable Productivity Expectations
• Flexible Schedule Options
• One Full-time Status Option (30 or 40-hour workweek) Will consider a Part-Time position available.
• Career Advancement & Development
• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements
• Supports and participates in department operations and development
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant curriculum
• Must be licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Oregon
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of resident's rights
• Exudes professionalism in presentation
• Ability to multitask
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English fluently
• Must have a current and active CPR/BLS Certification

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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