PT /PTA- Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy Assistant
NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.
Administers physical therapy treatments to patients and works under the direction of and as an assistant to the Physical Therapists.
Assures all program participants receive scheduled PT (Physical Therapy) treatments and documents therapy session or reason for inability to attend.
Performs active, passive and/or resistive therapeutic exercises, general therapy principles on program participants.
Performs therapeutic massage on program participants as needed.
Provides gait training and instructs program participants in the use of canes, crutches, walkers, braces and splints. Trains program participants at homebound and community level, including endurance training
Measures ROM, length and girth of body parts, vital signs, and MMT (manual muscle tests) to assist Physical Therapist in evaluating program participants and/or to determine the effectiveness of the program plan
Confers with staff members and other health care members to exchange, discuss and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment program and participate in treatment planning with trans-disciplinary team as requested.
Demonstrates knowledge of indications and contra-indications of physical therapy modalities and techniques.
Asses PT equipment and has a good working knowledge of physical therapy equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
High School Diploma or equivalent
One year experience in a human services or related field. Graduate of an accredited PTA program (Must have passed exam).
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

~ Current PTA license in the state of work.

American With Disability Statement
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodations to be determined on a case by case basis.
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.
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