Job Summary
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapy Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their overall quality of life. In this energetic position, you will work closely with licensed physical therapists to implement personalized treatment plans across diverse settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and home health environments. Your expertise in physiotherapy techniques and patient care will contribute to meaningful recovery journeys for a wide range of patients, from pediatrics to geriatrics. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference while advancing your professional skills in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
Duties
- Assist licensed physical therapists in developing and executing individualized care plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Perform therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques such as trigger point therapy, and assist with modalities under supervision.
- Monitor patient responses during treatment sessions and document progress accurately following clinical documentation standards.
- Operate medical equipment safely and effectively, ensuring proper maintenance and sanitation protocols are followed.
- Maintain comprehensive electronic health records (EHR) management, ensuring all clinical assessment documentation and medical documentation are complete and compliant.
- Support discharge planning by preparing patients for post-treatment routines and providing education on exercises and care plans.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across settings like outpatient clinics, inpatient units, skilled nursing facilities, and home health to optimize patient outcomes.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and the principles of physiotherapy.
- Proven experience with clinical assessment documentation, medical documentation standards, and electronic health records (EHR) management.
- Skilled in manual therapy techniques including trigger point therapy and other physiotherapy modalities.
- Familiarity with medical equipment operation relevant to physical therapy practices.
- Experience working with diverse patient populations such as pediatrics, geriatrics, orthopedics, and those requiring care in inpatient or outpatient settings.
- Ability to perform thorough clinical assessments and contribute to comprehensive care plans.
- Excellent communication skills to educate patients on treatment procedures and discharge instructions effectively.
This role is perfect for motivated professionals eager to grow their expertise in physical therapy assistance while making a positive impact on patients' lives every day!
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
