Description:
The Physical Therapy Assistant will play a crucial role in assisting physical therapists in providing high-quality rehabilitative services to residents, with a focus on restoring mobility, improving strength and function, and enhancing overall quality of life.
Schedule: Full-Time, Weekdays, Weekends, 8 Hour Shifts, Varying Hours between 7AM - 6PM
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
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Assist physical therapists in conducting assessments to evaluate residents’ physical abilities, functional status, and rehabilitation needs through comprehensive assessments.
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Implement individualized treatment plans developed by Physical Therapists, including physical exercises, activities, and interventions aimed at improving residents’ functional abilities and achieving treatment goals.
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Provide hands-on assistance and guidance to residents during therapy sessions, ensuring safety, proper technique, and optimal outcomes.
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Utilize adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and environment modifications to facilitate residents’ participation in therapy activities and enhance their independence in daily tasks.
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Document resident progress, treatment interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
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Communicate effectively with physical therapists, nursing staff, and other team members to coordinate care, share information, and promote continuity of services.
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Collaborate with residents and their families to establish realistic goals, educate them on therapeutic techniques and strategies, and provide support and encouragement throughout the rehabilitation process.
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Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and discharge planning discussions to contribute to resident care planning and goal setting.
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Stay current on best practices, evidence-based interventions, and regulatory changes in the field of physical therapy, participating in continuing education and professional development activities as needed.
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Maintain professional licensure and adhere to ethical standards set forth by relevant professional organizations.
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Perform all other duties assigned.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
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Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
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Current Physical Therapist Assistant license or certification in the state of practice.
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Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
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2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting.
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Strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and the principles of physical therapy.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
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Ability to follow directions and work effectively under supervision.
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Empathy and commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to lift, transfer, and position patients using proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
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Manual dexterity and coordination to perform therapeutic exercises, modalities, and massage.
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Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and reaching during patient treatment sessions.
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Physical capacity to handle therapeutic equipment and assist patients with mobility and balance exercises.
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Mobility to navigate the facility and assist patients in various treatment areas.
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Sufficient visual acuity to observe changes in patients' conditions and monitor their progress during therapy sessions.
