Full-time - Physical Therapist Assistant

Full-time - Physical Therapist Assistant# Full-time - Physical Therapist AssistantHot JobMerrimack County Nursing Home - Boscawen, NH 03303## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionFunctional Pathways is currently hiring at **Merrimack County Nursing Home**in **Boscawen, NH**for a Physical Therapist Assistant.**Offering a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!****\*Only direct applicants qualify for Bonus\*****Why Choose Functional Pathways:** At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!**Job Summary:** The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.**Responsibilities/Requirements:*** Screen all residents in facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Physical Therapy intervention is indicated.* Carry out treatment program according to plan of care in consultation with Registered Physical Therapist* Identify the need for modification of treatment plan and consult with Registered Physical Therapist.* Monitor and report resident performance and progress.* Assist Registered Physical Therapist in re-assessment of patients. Assist in determining need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress.* Assist Registered Physical Therapist in discharge planning.* Supervise Rehab Therapy Aides.* Educate staff, family and care givers as indicated.* Identify needs for program development and implement programs according to company policies and procedures.* Identify equipment needs of Physical Therapy Dept. and order equipment according to company and facility policy.* Complete all required documentation according to guidelines specified in Documentation Manual.* Coordinate in-services for facility staff as needed is determined, to ensure safe and effective carryover of Maintenance/Restorative Programs and overall call of the residents.* Attend all facility required meetings.* Promote profession within facility, including coordinating special events during National Physical Therapy Month.* Attend Continuing Education courses specific to current position.* Always carry out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.## Qualifications**Qualifications:*** Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution.* Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.* Active state license required.* Excellent organizational and time management skills* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines.* Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure. Screening requirements may vary by location.***\*\*Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.*** #J-18808-Ljbffr