Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapist Assistant, where your expertise will directly enhance patient recovery and well-being. In this vital role, you will collaborate closely with licensed physical therapists to implement personalized treatment plans, assist in patient assessments, and deliver hands-on therapy to diverse populations. Your dedication will help patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life across various settings including outpatient clinics, inpatient facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and home health environments. This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while advancing your professional skills in physiotherapy.
Duties
- Assist licensed physical therapists in developing and executing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs across multiple care settings.
- Perform therapeutic interventions such as manual therapy, trigger point therapy, and other modalities under supervision.
- Conduct clinical assessment documentation accurately, recording patient progress and response to treatments in accordance with medical documentation standards.
- Operate medical equipment safely and effectively during therapy sessions, ensuring proper usage and maintenance.
- Manage electronic health records (EHR) efficiently, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and clinical documentation standards.
- Support discharge planning by providing detailed updates on patient progress and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Educate patients and their families on physiotherapy exercises, injury prevention techniques, and post-treatment care strategies.
Requirements
- Valid certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
- Proven experience in outpatient clinics, inpatient settings, skilled nursing facilities, or home health environments.
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and clinical assessment documentation practices.
- Hands-on experience with manual therapy techniques including trigger point therapy.
- Familiarity with medical equipment operation relevant to physiotherapy treatments.
- Proficiency in managing electronic health records (EHR) systems with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent patient care skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations such as geriatrics and pediatrics.
- Knowledge of specialized areas including orthopedics, geriatrics, pediatrics, acute care, and outpatient therapy is highly desirable.
Embark on a fulfilling career path where your skills directly impact lives! We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative work environment that values your expertise in physiotherapy and patient-centered care.
Pay: $47,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
