Respitory Therapy Assistant

Redlandshealthcarecenter

Resident-focused direct care
Accurate and compliant 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-focused direct care
  • Accurate and compliant documentation
  • Safe treatment environment
  • Infection control protocols
  • Equipment maintenance protocols
  • Communication with interdisciplinary team

Nice-to-have

  • Positive and effective communication
  • Relate positively with residents
  • Quality assurance initiatives
  • Facility rehabilitation program development

Key Requirements

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Associate Degree PTA program
  • Computer skills (Net Health, Point Click Care)
  • CPR certification
  • Meet continuing education requirements

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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