Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) who excels in this role will: Work in a team where you will provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting...

• Work in a team where you will provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting
• Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, you will implement the patient's Care Plan for rehabilitation
• Help mentally and/or physically impaired patients to participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant/PTA program culminating in an Associate Degree
• Current state licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant/PTA or equivalent in the states where services are rendered
• CPR certification (when required)

• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members
• Assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition

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