Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem

Rossmoorpa

Resident care activities
Timely documentation
Safe treatment environment
The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care

Job Summary

  • The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.
  • Communicate routinely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.

Matching Summary

The Staff Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Staff Physical Therapist with resident-related activities and direct resident care.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Resident care activities
  • Timely documentation
  • Safe treatment environment
  • Communication with supervising therapist
  • Educate residents and families
  • Order durable medical equipment

Nice-to-have

  • Relate positively with residents
  • Quality assurance initiatives
  • Facility rehabilitation program development

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Associate Degree PTA program
  • Proficient computer skills
  • CPR certification if required

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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