Physical Therapy Assistant, Prn

McKinley Park Care Center

Remote
Remote
Resident-related activities
Direct resident care
Timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
McKinley Park Care Center is seeking a remote Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support resident care under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The role involves providing treatment, documentation, and communication with the interdisciplinary team while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations

Job Summary

  • The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
  • Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

McKinley Park Care Center is seeking a remote Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support resident care under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The role involves providing treatment, documentation, and communication with the interdisciplinary team while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • resident-related activities
  • direct resident care
  • timely, accurate, and compliant documentation
  • safe treatment environment
  • infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols
  • communicate with supervising physical therapist
  • educate residents, families, and caregivers
  • recommend and facilitate ordering of durable medical equipment
  • maintain confidentiality of residents' information
  • relate positively with residents, families, staff, and colleagues

Nice-to-have

  • participate in Resident Care conferences
  • assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides
  • provide in-services on training programs

Key Requirements

  • Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program
  • Proficient in computer skills (Net Health, Point Click Care)
  • Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state
  • Meet continuing education requirements per state practices
  • Maintain a license in good standing
  • CPR certification, if required by licensure

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